Abstract:Objective: The aim of this article is to share our experience of thumb defects based on the defect irrespective of the etiology of the defect and to work towards standardizing the treatment for thumb defects.
Methodology: This study was conducted at the Burns and plastic surgery center at Hayatabad Medical complex from 2018 to 2021. Thumb defects were divided into small (< 3 cm), medium (4-8cm) and large defects (> 9cm). Post-operatively, patients were evaluated for complications. The type of flaps were… Show more
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