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[Ray amputation of the hand].

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  • 1Academisch Ziekenhuis, afd. Plastische Reconstructieve en Handchirurgie, Utrecht.

Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Geneeskunde
|January 27, 1990
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Ray amputation aims to enhance hand appearance and function post-finger amputation. Key considerations include pain, aesthetics, stump function, and patient-specific factors like occupation and handedness.

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Area of Science:

  • Hand surgery
  • Reconstructive surgery
  • Orthopedics

Background:

  • Ray amputation is a surgical procedure to address functional and cosmetic deficits following finger amputation.
  • Indications include pain, aesthetic concerns, and impaired function of the amputation stump.

Observation:

  • Patient-specific factors are crucial for successful outcomes.
  • These include occupation, hobbies, dominant hand use (handedness), and the patient's emotional state regarding amputation.

Findings:

  • A thorough assessment of these individual factors is essential before considering ray amputation.
  • This personalized approach optimizes the potential for improved hand function and appearance.

Implications:

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  • Ray amputation can significantly improve quality of life for individuals with finger amputations.
  • Careful pre-operative evaluation ensures patient satisfaction and functional recovery.