Gülgönen A
Abteilung für Hand- und Mikrochirurgie, Fransiz Pasteur Hastanesi, Taksim, Istanbul, Türkei.
Handchir Mikrochir Plast Chir. 2000 Mar;32(2):77-87. doi: 10.1055/s-2000-19255.
The primary treatment of proximal amputations of the thumb and radial half of the hand is of particular importance, if the primary functions of a basic hand are to be restored. It is of utmost importance, that such treatment be carried out by a highly experienced reconstructive surgeon, since the transplantation or transposition of blood vessels, nerves, tendons and skin and soft-tissue flaps may be necessary. Five case reports illustrate the fundamental principles of primary and secondary reconstruction of the hand.
