Abstract |
Fingertip amputation is a common hand injury and various techniques for reconstruction have been described. Important considerations to take into account when planning reconstruction are maintaining length and preserving function. This paper describes a technique for reconstructing the amputated fingertips of two adjacent digits.
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Authors | D P S Foong, D A McGrouther |
Journal | Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England
(Ann R Coll Surg Engl)
Vol. 93
Issue 5
Pg. e43-5
(Jul 2011)
ISSN: 1478-7083 [Electronic] England |
PMID | 22043496
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Topics |
- Amputation, Traumatic
(surgery)
- Finger Injuries
(surgery)
- Humans
- Male
- Middle Aged
- Surgical Flaps
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