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Toe-to-hand transplantation effectively reconstructs hand function and appearance after trauma or congenital anomalies. Careful patient selection and surgical technique are crucial for optimal outcomes at both donor and recipient sites.

Area of Science:

  • Microsurgery
  • Reconstructive surgery
  • Hand surgery

Background:

  • Toe-to-hand transplantation is a recognized reconstructive method for hand deformities.
  • Ideal candidates are healthy patients with hand trauma or congenital anomalies.
  • Primary transplantation is feasible in clean, viable amputation stumps.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline established techniques and considerations for successful toe-to-hand transplantation.
  • To discuss patient selection and surgical strategies for optimal functional and aesthetic outcomes.
  • To explore future advancements in the field.

Main Methods:

  • Selection of appropriate toes (great toe, second toe, etc.) based on amputation level.
  • Detailed surgical techniques for toe harvest and inset.

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  • Consideration of multi-digit reconstruction for complex defects like metacarpal hand injuries.

    • Main Results:

    • Thumb reconstruction: trimmed great toe for distal amputations; second toe for proximal amputations.
    • Distal finger reconstruction: partial or wrap-around toe flaps offer excellent aesthetic results.
    • Metacarpal hand reconstruction: combined toe transplantations (e.g., second and third) enable tripod pinch.

    Conclusions:

    • Toe-to-hand transplantation provides significant functional and aesthetic restoration.
    • Meticulous surgical planning and execution are key to success.
    • Future progress in tissue engineering and immunosuppression may further enhance outcomes.