ASSH 2023 On Demand CME: How to close holes in the hand and upper extremity-Recording

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Video Summary

The webinar focused on non-microsurgical techniques for reconstructing hand and upper extremity wounds. Dr. Helen discussed radial forearm flaps, Dr. Suheil talked about thumb wounds, Dr. Ryan covered finger wounds, and Dr. Sabapathy presented on groin and abdominal flaps. Key points included the reliability of radial forearm flaps in hand wound coverage, techniques like Moberg and FDMA flaps for thumb injuries, and the Homo digital island flap for fingertip reconstructions. The surgeons also discussed non-operative treatments, considering wound characteristics in choosing the reconstruction method. In summary, they highlighted preferred pedicle flaps for finger, thumb, hand, and wrist defects, such as the cross-finger flap, FDMA flap, and PIA flap, mentioning advantages like reliability and minimal donor site morbidity. They also mentioned alternative options like the Quavaf flap and free tissue transfer, stressing patient-specific planning and adaptability in flap selection for successful outcomes.

Keywords

non-microsurgical techniques

reconstructing hand and upper extremity wounds

radial forearm flaps

thumb wounds

finger wounds

groin and abdominal flaps

Moberg flap

FDMA flap

Homo digital island flap

pedicle flaps

cross-finger flap