J Korean Orthop Assoc.  1976 Jun;11(2):209-212. 10.4055/jkoa.1976.11.2.209.

Neurovaseular Island Pedicle Graft for Restoration of Sensation After Amputation of Fingertip Pulp

Abstract

A case of the neurovascalar island pedicle graft for restoration of sensation after amputation of both thumb fingertip pulp in 17 years old male patient is presented at Department of Orthopedic Surgery, College of Medicine, Korea University. Tho island pedicle graft is suggested by Esser firstly and it is very difficult and excitement. At postoperative follow up check within one month, we obtained very good result without other complications.


MeSH Terms

Amputation*
Follow-Up Studies
Humans
Korea
Male
Orthopedics
Sensation*
Thumb
Transplants*
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