Abstract

MARTINEZ-VALLE, E. et al. Thumb reimplatation: casuistic at University General Hospital Virgen del Rocío, Seville, Spain (2005-2010). Cir. plást. iberolatinoam. [online]. 2013, vol.39, n.3, pp.225-230. ISSN 1989-2055.  https://dx.doi.org/10.4321/S0376-78922013000300003.

Reimplantation is indicated in all cases of thumb amputation as this digit plays a key role in hand function. The aim of the present study is to review all cases of thumb reimplantation carried out during the last 6 years at Virgen del Rocío University Hospital in Seville, Spain. Data regarding the type of injury, the amputation level, the use of venous grafts and the type of osteosynthesis were collected in all cases. Survival rates reached 74.19%. We can conclude that survival rates in patients undergoing thumb reimplantation are high and even a better outcome can be obtained in injuries without crushing lesions. The use of venous grafts is also associated with a better surgical outcome in amputations due to crushing or avulsion mechanisms.

Keywords : Thumb amputation; Thumb reimplantation.

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