Replantation surgery in Tampere University Central Hospital 1977-1981. A general survey

During the period June 1977-May 1981 a total of 94 replantations or revascularisations were performed in 73 patients with an amputation injury. The overall success-rate was 90.4%. The functional result has been satisfactory in the majority of cases. However, the needs of replantation surgery will not be covered without further efforts to improve the service and provide more accurate information for both the public and the medical personnel throughout the country.