Plastic and reconstructive surgery
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Plast. Reconstr. Surg. · May 2006
Case ReportsImmediate partial great toe transfer for the reconstruction of composite defects of the distal thumb.
Thumb defects distal to the interphalangeal joint do not cause any disability; therefore, any consideration to reconstruct the thumb is governed by the lifestyle and cultural background of the patient. This study presents the excellent results achieved by immediate partial great toe-to-hand transfer to reconstruct acute composite defects of the distal thumb. ⋯ Immediate reconstruction with partial great toe transfer is an excellent option for reconstruction of composite defects of the distal thumb, not only for aesthetic reasons but also for functional purposes.