Toe-to-thumb transplantation
Autor: | Lisa M. Tremblay, Grigoris I. Mitsionis, Dean G. Sotereanos |
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Jazyk: | angličtina |
Rok vydání: | 1997 |
Předmět: |
musculoskeletal diseases
Reconstructive surgery medicine.medical_specialty Microsurgery Transplantation Heterotopic Toes/*transplantation medicine.medical_treatment MEDLINE Orthopedic Nursing/*methods Transplantation Heterotopic/*methods/nursing Thumb Thumb/abnormalities/*injuries Nursing care Amputation Traumatic Amputation Traumatic/surgery medicine Humans Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Advanced and Specialized Nursing Postoperative Care business.industry General surgery Toes body regions Transplantation medicine.anatomical_structure Amputation Orthopedic Nursing business Thumb reconstruction |
Popis: | Microsurgical techniques have become useful in reconstructive surgery of the hand. Toe-to-thumb transplantation currently is the procedure of choice for thumb loss reconstruction. For a successful outcome, meticulous planning is imperative and presumes a thorough knowledge of the pertinent anatomy and surgical technique. The method of thumb reconstruction must be individualized and is dependent on the patient's functional needs, age, and the level of thumb amputation. Postoperatively, diligent nursing care is essential in assuring a positive outcome. Continuous communication between physicians and nurses is crucial. Astute monitoring and assessment are the core components of successful care. Orthop Nurs |
Databáze: | OpenAIRE |
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