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Last updated Wednesday, February 09, 2005

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Figure 1 - How D'ya Sew an Amputated Finger Back On? (Featuring Dr. Doug Hanel). By Ellen Forney (<a class=

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Figure 1 - How D'ya Sew an Amputated Finger Back On? (Featuring Dr. Doug Hanel). By Ellen Forney (www.ellenforney.com). From The Stranger (http://www.thestranger.com/2001-07-05/feature2.HTML)

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What are some recent advances in microsurgery for reattaching amputated limbs?

Remarkable advances in microsurgery have made it possible to reattach amputated limbs. Special microsutures and microscopes have been developed which allow a microvascular surgeon to repair the blood supply to the reattached limb. Microvascular surgeons have developed new techniques for repairing these very small blood vessels. These surgeons, originally trained in orthopaedic, plastic and general surgery, receive additional training in this highly specialized area.

Can an amputated hand be reattached by a surgeon?

The sudden loss of a finger or hand can be a devastating injury. But with emergency surgery by trained microsurgeons, dramatic recovery of the use of one's hand is possible. Reattachment of amputated fingers or hands requires emergency surgery. This surgery is complicated and the recovery time is long. Patients should discuss the specifics of the surgery with their physicians.

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