Sophia Salingaros, Abraham P Houng, Philip H Chang, Adam Jacoby
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Abstract
Although limited to a small total surface area, burns to the hand can cause tremendous functional and social disability. The hand surgeon's reconstructive toolkit continues to evolve rapidly in light of improving burn mortality and technical advances. The surgeon should aim for the simplest reconstructive plan that facilitates early mobility and rehabilitation. Grafting (including the use of newer skin substitute agents), local and free flaps, and repair of underlying structures should prioritize key functional recovery over the complete range of motion. Multidisciplinary collaboration between the hand surgeon, burn team, and rehabilitation specialists is critical for achieving and maintaining optimal outcomes. In this review, we present an overview of the hand surgeon's role in assessment, acute surgical intervention, and postburn management for severe hand burns.
期刊介绍:
The Journal of Hand Surgery publishes original, peer-reviewed articles related to the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases and conditions of the upper extremity; these include both clinical and basic science studies, along with case reports. Special features include Review Articles (including Current Concepts and The Hand Surgery Landscape), Reviews of Books and Media, and Letters to the Editor.