Patient Perspectives after Trapeziectomy and Ligament Reconstruction Tendon Interposition: A Qualitative Analysis

Conclusions: Preoperative counseling is of vital importance to set patient expectations in terms of overall expected outcomes, but also regarding early limitations, expectations, and overall recovery length. These themes have influenced how we counsel our patients about recovery after thumb carpometacarpal surgery and may help other surgeons identify areas for improvement in their discussions with patients.
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Hand/Peripheral Nerve: Original Articles Source Type: research