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Secondary procedures following mutilating hand injuries.

Robert C Russell1, Reuben A Bueno, Tzu-Ying Tammy Wu

  • 1Heanrtland Plastic Surgery, 5260 South Sixth Street, Springfield, IL 62703, USA. rweistart@dochos.com

Hand Clinics
|April 10, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Severe mutilating hand injuries often require multiple procedures for optimal function. Successful outcomes depend on close collaboration between the patient, surgeon, and therapist for comprehensive hand reconstruction.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Hand Surgery
  • Reconstructive Surgery

Background:

  • Mutilating hand injuries involve diverse anatomic structures.
  • These injuries frequently necessitate staged or secondary reconstructive procedures.
  • Restoring function after severe hand trauma is complex.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the complexity of treating mutilating hand injuries.
  • To emphasize the need for secondary procedures in hand reconstruction.
  • To underscore the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration.

Main Methods:

  • Review of cases involving severe mutilating hand injuries.
  • Analysis of secondary procedures required for functional restoration.
  • Evaluation of patient, surgeon, and therapist roles.

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Main Results:

  • Secondary procedures are common for wound coverage, sensation, stability, motion, and prehension.
  • These interventions aim to enhance overall hand function.
  • Multidisciplinary teamwork is crucial for achieving optimal results.

Conclusions:

  • Mutilating hand injuries present significant reconstructive challenges.
  • Staged reconstruction and secondary procedures are often integral to treatment.
  • Optimal functional outcomes are achieved through integrated patient, surgeon, and therapist efforts.