Special Types of Finger Reconstruction

Abstract

In the history of finger reconstruction, there are many key figures and landmark surgical methods, which have had a decisive impact on the later generations. In recent years, some scholars have made a lot of explorations in the reconstruction methods, especially in the aspect of aesthetics and shape, and put forward the methods and concepts of “aesthetic reconstruction” and “comprehensive reconstruction,” so that the thumb and finger reconstruction is transformed from a simple “moving” and “transplantation” to a reconstruction mode aiming at restoring the appearance and function of the original finger as far as possible. But no matter what method is used to reconstruct the thumb or finger, free-toe transplantation is still the most widely used method in the clinic. With the rapid development of microsurgery technology and the concept of “super microsurgery,” finger reconstruction has been improved continuously depending on the specific situation of the defect tissue, and is getting closer to the ideal perfect level.