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Thumb dorsal skin composite tissue replantation: A case report

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Mustafa Yasin Hatipoğlu

Orthopedics and Traumatology/Hand Surgery, Private Clinic, Ankara, Türkiye

ORCID: 0000-0002-5309-8166

Abstract

The primary goal is to preserve thumb integrity and functionality to the greatest extent possible, even in cases involving very small amputated parts. In this article, we present a case in whom the seemingly non-replantable dorsal skin-nail composite tissue of the thumb could be successfully replanted with a single artery anastomosis. No additional procedures were required, and complete recovery was achieved. In conclusion, given the unique vascular structure of the thumb, all amputated parts should be carefully evaluated for replantation. Replanting a partially amputated finger yields superior functional and cosmetic outcomes compared to any reconstructive method.

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A written informed consent was obtained from the patient.

Conflict of Interest

The author declared no conflicts of interest with respect to the authorship and/or publication of this article.

Financial Disclosure

The author received no financial support for the research and/or authorship of this article.

Data Sharing Statement

The data that support the findings of this study are available from the corresponding author upon reasonable request.

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