[Pollicization in the management of congenital hypoplasias and aplasias of the thumb, functional results, about 13 cases].

CONCLUSION: The pollicization of the index finger in congenital aplasia or severe hypoplasia (stage IIIB and IV) of the thumb remains for us the only way to create a sensitive thumb, mobile, with satisfactory strength and appearance, and to bring a normal function of the hand. The evaluation of our functional results are good to very good in the majority of patients, and show the benefits give by this intervention.
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Source: Annales de Chirurgie Plastique et Esthetique - September 29, 2019 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Curings P, Adam D, Le Lardic C, Perrot P, Hamel A, Duteille F Tags: Ann Chir Plast Esthet Source Type: research