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Hand Surgery in Hong Kong.
Wing-Yee Wong1,2, Wing-Lim Tse3, Siu-Cheong Jeffrey Justin Koo4
1Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
Journal of Hand and Microsurgery
|March 12, 2021
Summary
Hand surgery in Hong Kong evolved from basic necessity to advanced reconstructive procedures. Its development is closely tied to microsurgery, underpinning future innovations in hand and upper limb care.
Area of Science:
- Orthopaedics
- Microsurgery
- Hand Surgery
Background:
- Hand surgery in Hong Kong originated from practical needs and has adapted to societal changes.
- The practice has evolved significantly, addressing diverse conditions from infections and industrial injuries to complex reconstructions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To trace the historical development and evolution of hand surgery in Hong Kong.
- To highlight the integral role of microsurgery in the advancement of hand surgery.
Main Methods:
- Historical review of hand surgery practices in Hong Kong.
- Analysis of the changing scope of hand surgery procedures over time.
Main Results:
- The spectrum of hand surgery has broadened from infection and industrial injuries to include rheumatological, congenital, traumatic, and neurological conditions.
- Minimally invasive techniques for hand, wrist, and elbow are now prevalent.
Conclusions:
- Hand surgery in Hong Kong is deeply rooted in orthopaedics and inextricably linked with microsurgery.
- Microsurgery has established a robust foundation for the continued growth and development of hand surgery in the region.
