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Digital replantation and thumb reconstruction
Morrison, Wayne A. J. Farhadieh, Rostam D. Perotti, Olivia M.
Morrison, Wayne A. J.
Farhadieh, Rostam D.
Perotti, Olivia M.
Abstract
This chapter reviews the history and indications of digital replantation and provides a thorough assessment of hand function to guide the surgeon. A technical guide to replantation is provided based on guiding principles of hand surgery and microsurgery. We provide a useful framework for the functional and cosmetic principles of microsurgical thumb reconstruction as well as pollicization and phalangization. We recommend a deep understanding of the hand's function prior to embarking on digital replantation and thumb reconstruction, as well as individualizing reconstruction to patient needs.
Keywords
digital replantation, hand function assessment, microsurgery, thumb reconstruction, patient needs
Date
2022
Type
Book chapter
Journal
Book
Plastic surgery - Principles and practice
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Page Range
774-792
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ACU Department
School of Behavioural and Health Sciences
Faculty of Health Sciences
Faculty of Health Sciences
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All rights reserved
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Controlled