In this article, we review microsurgical reconstructive techniques available to treat thumb
amputation at different levels based on our experience. We reference techniques used by …

Methods: Thirteen thumb amputees received osseointegrated prostheses (1990 to 2014).
The treatments were started with custom-designed implants. Since 2005, standardized …

Importance Given that 40% of hand function is achieved with the thumb, replantation of
traumatic thumb injuries is associated with substantial quality-of-life benefits. However …

Background: Historically, complex amputations of the thumb have been managed in two
stages and often require additional soft-tissue and tendon transfer for successful outcomes …

Thumb amputations affect 50% of hand functionality. Common solutions consist of
microsurgical treatments or silicone vacuum prosthesis. Not all patients are eligible for …

Purpose This study describes the results of the ring finger transfer technique for thumb
reconstruction. Methods Five fingers of 4 patients aged 23–57 years who presented to our …

Purpose This study aimed to evaluate the radiological and functional results of secondary
thumb reconstruction via ectopic banking of bony phalanges from a nonreplantable …

Background The groin flap is axial pedicled and versatile. Until now, this flap has been used
with many modifications for the reconstruction of forearm and hand defects. However, this …

Purpose Data objectively comparing outcomes following pollicization versus toe-to-thumb
transfer for reconstruction after traumatic thumb amputation in adults remains sparse. Given …

Background Pollicization of the index finger is a rarely performed reconstructive option for
patients with total thumb amputations with nonsalvageable carpometacarpal (CMC) joint …