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Tetraplegia.

C L McDowell1, T A Rago, S M Gonzalez

  • 1Orthopedic Surgery, Medical College of Virginia.

Hand Clinics
|August 1, 1989
PubMed
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Tetraplegic patients most desire restored hand function. Reconstructive surgery offers a viable solution, improving hand function for improved quality of life.

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Area of Science:

  • Reconstructive surgery
  • Neuroscience
  • Rehabilitation medicine

Background:

  • Tetraplegia significantly impacts quality of life by impairing motor functions.
  • Patients with tetraplegia often prioritize functional restoration for daily living activities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify the most desired functional restoration among tetraplegic patients.
  • To highlight the role of reconstructive surgery in addressing these patient priorities.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was conducted among tetraplegic patients.
  • Patients were presented with a list of functions to prioritize for restoration.

Main Results:

  • Hand function was the most frequently chosen preferred restoration.
  • Sexual function, bowel/bladder function, and walking were also considered.

    • Conclusions:

    • Restoring hand function is a primary goal for many individuals with tetraplegia.
    • Advances in reconstructive surgery have enabled significant improvements in hand function for these patients.