Approach to Complex Upper Extremity Reconstruction

Abstract

The management of complex upper extremity trauma can be overwhelming in its urgency and complexity. Having a systematic approach that maintains a clear set of priorities focused on hand and upper extremity function, operative efficiency, and long-term planning for future operations allows the reconstructive extremity surgeon to effectively treat these complex injuries. This article addressed these overall clinical considerations and details the approach taken at the Buncke Clinic including replantation and revascularization as well as osseous and soft tissue reconstruction.

Keywords

hand trauma - replantation - revascularization - soft tissue reconstruction - osseous reconstruction - toe transplantation

Publikationsverlauf

Artikel online veröffentlicht:
04. November 2022

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