DIGITAL PROSTHESES FOR SINGLE FINGER AMPUTATIONS

After amputation digital prostheses are infrequently used. With modern methods of fabrication both cosmetic and functional use are now possible. We have assessed the use of single digit prostheses in a district general hospital setting.

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Published in:Journal of hand surgery, British volume British volume, 1999-10, Vol.24 (5), p.539-541
Main Authors: PILLEY, M.J, QUINTON, D.N
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Amputation, Traumatic - surgery
Esthetics
Female
Finger Injuries - surgery
Follow-Up Studies
Humans
Male
Middle Aged
Patient Satisfaction
Prosthesis Design
Prosthesis Fitting
Prosthesis Implantation - methods
Range of Motion, Articular
Treatment Outcome
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Summary:After amputation digital prostheses are infrequently used. With modern methods of fabrication both cosmetic and functional use are now possible. We have assessed the use of single digit prostheses in a district general hospital setting.
ISSN:0266-7681
1532-2211
DOI:10.1054/jhsb.1999.0198