Related Experiment Videos
The Krukenberg operation: a modified technique avoiding skin grafts
The Journal of Hand Surgery
|March 1, 1977
Summary
The Krukenberg operation surgically separates forearm bones, creating two functional rays for improved grasp and sensation in amputees. This procedure offers a viable solution for individuals with significant hand loss, even without requiring skin grafts.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Reconstructive Surgery
- Hand Surgery
Background:
- The Krukenberg operation is a reconstructive surgical procedure for forearm amputees.
- It aims to restore grasp and tactile sensation by dividing the radius and ulna.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the Krukenberg operation and its outcomes.
- To evaluate the suitability of the procedure in specific patient populations.
Main Methods:
- Surgical separation of the radius and ulna in the forearm.
- Assessment of functional outcomes, including grasp and tactile sensation.
- Review of sixteen cases where skin grafting was not necessary.
Main Results:
- The procedure successfully converted the forearm into two functional rays.
- Patients achieved improved grasp and tactile sensation.
- No skin grafting was required in the sixteen cases presented.
Conclusions:
- The Krukenberg operation is an effective reconstructive technique for selected forearm amputees.
- It provides significant functional benefits, particularly in cases of bilateral hand loss or absence.
- The procedure can be performed without the need for skin grafting.