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Reconstruction of the thumb
Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
|February 1, 1987
Summary
This study categorizes six thumb reconstruction methods based on 25 years of experience. Successful thumb reconstruction requires careful patient selection and achieving proper position, stability, sensation, length, and aesthetics.
Area of Science:
- Hand surgery
- Reconstructive surgery
Background:
- Thumb reconstruction is crucial for hand function.
- Various techniques exist, each with potential benefits and drawbacks.