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Experiencia personal en mano metacarpiana

Translated title of the contribution: Personal experience in metacarpal hand
  • Luis Eduardo Nieto-Ramírez
  • , Lina María Rodríguez
  • , Francisco Carvajal

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Abstract

Background and Objectives. The hand is part of not only the physical appearance of the individual but also of the most important evolutionary functions of human beings. The amputation of multiple fingers generates a major constraint affecting the quality of life of these patients. Patients and Methods. In this article we present the surgical technique performed by our team in cases of transfer from the second toe and of combined transfer from the secon and third toes for the treatment of the metacarpal hand. Results.We detail the results obtaniend in a group of 5 patients. Conclusions: Reconstruction of metacarpal hand by transferring toes becomes the best alternative to restore hand functionality and improve quality of life.

Translated title of the contributionPersonal experience in metacarpal hand
Original languageSpanish
Pages (from-to)57-63
Number of pages7
JournalCirugia Plastica Ibero-Latinoamericana
Volume42
Issue number1
StatePublished - 01 Jan 2016
Externally publishedYes

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