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  • 1Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Microvascular Surgery, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.

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Great toe wrap-around transfer is a standard thumb reconstruction. This study highlights using the second metacarpal bone instead of iliac bone for improved thumb reconstruction outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Hand Reconstruction
  • Microsurgery

Background:

  • Thumb reconstruction is crucial for hand function.
  • The wrap-around great toe transfer is a recognized technique.
  • Traditionally, iliac bone grafts are used for skeletal support.

Observation:

  • The standard great toe wrap-around technique involves soft tissue transfer.
  • The soft tissue is shaped around a bone graft to create a thumb.
  • Iliac bone grafts are commonly used for this procedure.

Findings:

  • This paper explores an alternative to iliac bone grafts.
  • The second metacarpal from the affected hand is proposed as a substitute.
  • This modification offers significant advantages in thumb reconstruction.

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Implications:

  • Using the second metacarpal may simplify the procedure.
  • This approach could lead to better functional and aesthetic outcomes.
  • It represents a valuable refinement in reconstructive surgery for thumb defects.