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Metacarpal Hand
Definition
Non-micro options
toe transfer
Source
Metacarpal Hand
Definition
classical - all 5 digit - “transverse hemiamputation”
but extended definition: e.g. normal thumb, SF, partial thumb and SF
Non-micro options
Phalangization: web deepening, adductor proximal transposition, bone lengthening - interposition or end with flap
interposition only if tip skin is good
rotational osteotomy 5th MC to make opposition OK
toe transfer
big toe transfer
individual toes vs 2nd-3rd block transfers (Fu WC)
Source
Dieter Buck-Gramcko's chapter