Re-implant of Hand & Fingers

Re-implantation is a complex microsurgical procedure performed to reattach a completely amputated hand or finger. It aims to restore both the appearance and functionality of the lost part using advanced surgical techniques.

What We Do

Our skilled surgical team carefully cleans, aligns, and reattaches the severed part by connecting bones, tendons, nerves, arteries, and veins under a high-powered microscope. The goal is to revive blood flow and enable long-term movement and sensation in the hand or fingers.

Ideal Candidates for Re-implantation

• Patients with accidental traumatic amputation

• Clean-cut injuries (e.g., from machinery, sharp tools)

• Prompt arrival to the hospital with the amputated part properly preserved

• Children and younger patients often show better recovery outcomes

What Can Be Re-implanted

• Fingers and thumbs

• Entire hand or partial hand

• Multiple digits depending on severity and condition

Benefits of Re-implantation

• Restores natural appearance of the hand

• Regains movement and sensation over time

• Reduces psychological trauma of limb loss

• Avoids long-term use of prosthetics

Challenges and Risks

• Not all cases are suitable (crush injuries or delayed arrival reduce success rate)

• Possibility of partial loss of movement/sensation

• Risk of infection, blood clot, or flap failure

• Requires long rehabilitation and physiotherapy

Post-Operative Care

Rehabilitation is a crucial phase. Patients must follow a personalized plan of physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and follow-up monitoring to regain strength, motion, and nerve function.

Emergency Response Matters

Time is critical. The amputated part should be wrapped in clean gauze, placed in a waterproof bag, and kept cool with ice packs (not direct contact with ice) to preserve tissue viability.