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1Klinik für Plastische, Ästhetische und Handchirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Magdeburg, Leipziger Straße 44, 39120, Magdeburg, Deutschland. hans-georg.damert@med.ovgu.de
Background:
Finger injuries are particularly challenging with respect to function and aesthetics. Flap surgery of the hand is technically demanding and can cause large defects if incorrectly performed.
Method:
Semiocclusive dressing, as described by Mennen and Wiese in 1993 is a simple and well-established method for treating fingertip amputations and soft tissue defects. The method is based on the principle of a moist chamber and is a good conservative option for treating these defects with respect to both function and aesthetics.
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