Since Oct. 1990, the 2nd metatarso-phalangeal joint and big-toe nail composite graft with the neuro-vascular bundle was transplanted to reconstruct the thumb in 4 cases. The transplants were all survived. The follow-up through 5 months, a comparatively good function and appearance were achieved.The applied anatomy, the surgical technique and the matters needing attention were detailed.
Citation: Song Jianliang,et al.. RECONSTRUCTION OF THUMB BY VASCULARIZED SECOND METATARSO-PHALANGEAL JOINT AND BIG-TOE NAIL COMPOSITE GRAFT. Chinese Journal of Reparative and Reconstructive Surgery, 1992, 6(2): 68-69. doi: Copy