Hand Reconstruction After Burn Injury

Publication date: Available online 21 July 2017
Source:Clinics in Plastic Surgery
Author(s): Günter Germann

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Frequently burns of the hand occur as part of a major thermal injury, but appropriate treatment of the hands has high priority, because even small burns of the hand may result in severely limited function and compromised aesthetic appearance. The functional importance of the hand cannot be overemphasized, because the patient's ability to perform useful work after recovery or the ability to care for themselves is to a great degree determined by residual hand function. This article describes the management of burn injuries involving the hand, stressing the importance of appropriate initial treatment. A comprehensive review of hand reconstruction and rehabilitation, to optimize form and function, is provided.


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