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Autotomy behavior, ultrasonography, and histopathology were observed for 2 months postoperatively.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Results<\/jats:title><jats:p>Compared to the control group, the incidence and size of the neuromas formed and the incidence and extent of autotomy were significantly reduced in the RPNI group. 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