Journal of Southern Medical University ›› 2004, Vol. 24 ›› Issue (08): 953-955.

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Fingertip replantation after amputation: report of 32 fingers

REN Gao-hong, PEI Guo-xian, GU Li-qiang, GUO Gang   

  1. 第一军医大学南方医院全军创伤骨科中心, 广东, 广州, 510515
  • Online:2004-08-20 Published:2004-08-20

Abstract: Objective To describe the surgical techniques and our experiences in fingertip replantation after amputation. Methods On the basis of examination of the anatomic features and the degree of fingertip vascular injury, 32 amputated fingertips in 26 cases were replanted, and flexible revascularization procedures of both artery and vein anastomoses, artery-only anastomosis, arterialized vein and arteriovenous anastomosis were adopted. All the replanted fingertips were trained with comprehensive rehabilitation program. Results Twenty-nine replanted fingertips survived but 3 failed, and the overall survival rate was 90.06%. During the follow-up lasting from 4 months to 5 years, the 29 replanted fingertips survived with excellent blood supply, good sensory functions, satisfactory shape and functions according to the criteria by Society of Hand Surgery of Chinese Medical Association. Conclusions Fingertip replantation after amputation can achieve not only high survival rate but also satisfactory appearance and functions as long as appropriate operative procedures are adopted with comprehensive rehabilitation therapy.

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