Carpal growth and function after pediatric transcarpal hand replant: case report.
case_report · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.jhsa.2008.04.020.
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Abstract
This case discusses the technique, postoperative course, and functional outcomes 5 years after an amputation between the cartilaginous anlages of the growing carpus in a 7-year-old boy. The lunate remained attached to the arm, whereas the scaphoid and the remainder of the carpus were contained within the amputated part. After 5 years, the patient had 94% growth compared to the other side, a Minnesota dexterity test in the 75th percentile, 0/10 pain, near-normal sensation, grip strength 17% of the other side, and lateral pinch 79% of the other side.
Medical subject headings
- Amputation, Traumatic
- Carpal Bones
- Hand Injuries
- Range of Motion, Articular
- Replantation
Anatomy
- hand
- wrist