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G M Buncke1, H J Buncke, A Oliva

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Clinics in Plastic Surgery
|October 1, 1992
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Toe-to-hand transplantation effectively reconstructs severely traumatized hands. This review covers 188 great-toe and second-toe transplant cases, detailing surgical techniques and recovery.

Area of Science:

  • Microsurgery
  • Hand surgery
  • Reconstructive surgery

Background:

  • Severe hand trauma often necessitates complex reconstructive procedures.
  • Toe-to-hand transplantation is a viable option for functional and aesthetic restoration.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the authors' experience with microsurgical toe-to-hand transplantation.
  • To detail the operative sequence and postoperative care for these procedures.

Main Methods:

  • Review of 188 cases involving great-toe and second-toe transplants to the hand.
  • Detailed description of the surgical technique and post-operative management protocols.

Main Results:

  • Microsurgical transplantation of toes provides an excellent method for hand reconstruction.

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  • Successful outcomes were achieved in a significant number of cases (188 transplants).

    • Conclusions:

    • Toe-to-hand transplantation is a valuable reconstructive technique for severe hand injuries.
    • The authors' experience demonstrates the efficacy of this procedure when performed with meticulous technique and care.