Non-microsurgical “replantation” of Allen’s type III amputation: combined distal phalangeal fixation and nail bed suture with V-Y volar advancement flap

ConclusionsThe combination of distal phalangeal fixation and nail bed suturing with a V-Y volar advancement flap is worthy of clinical application for Allen type III fingertip amputation. The technique is simple and straightforward.Level of evidenceLevel III, Therapeutic study.
Source: European Journal of Plastic Surgery - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Source Type: research