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Bilateral microvascular second toe transfer for bilateral post-traumatic thumb amputation.

Rajendra Nehete¹, Anita Nehete, Sandeep Singla

¹Department of Plastic Surgery, Vedant (Nehete) Hospital, Nashik, Maharashtra, India.

Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery : Official Publication of the Association of Plastic Surgeons of India

|July 4, 2012

Summary

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Reconstructing bilateral thumb amputations using toe transfers offers excellent function and aesthetics. This microvascular technique provides a minimal recovery period, restoring hand function effectively.

Keywords:

Microvascular transfer second toe thumb amputation

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Area of Science:

Orthopedic Surgery
Microsurgery
Reconstructive Surgery

Background:

Bilateral thumb amputations result in severe functional impairment.
Thumb reconstruction is crucial for restoring hand function.

Observation:

A case of bilateral traumatic thumb amputation is presented.
Reconstruction was achieved using bilateral second toe transfer.

Findings:

Microvascular toe transfer offers minimal convalescence and excellent functional outcomes.
This method provides bilateral symmetry and superior aesthetic results compared to osteoplastic reconstruction.
This represents one of the few reported cases of bilateral toe-to-thumb transfer.

Implications:

Bilateral second toe transfer is a viable and effective option for thumb reconstruction in cases of bilateral amputation.
The technique offers significant advantages in terms of recovery time, function, and aesthetics.
Further research into long-term outcomes of this reconstructive approach is warranted.