Free neurovascular cutaneous toe pulp transfer for thumb reconstruction |
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| Authors: | P J Stern |
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| Affiliation: | Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, OH 45206. |
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| Abstract: | Free vascularized toe pulp transfer to the thumb is a technique to restore sensibility and durable soft tissue coverage to the thumb. This article reviews alternative techniques for coverage; the neurovascular anatomy of the great toe; and the technique of microvascular toe pulp transfer. Although the procedure is technically demanding, it provides excellent coverage with minimal donor morbidity. |
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