title: Toe-to-thumb transfer: a new technique.
abstract: Our technique combines the advantages of two proven techniques of the wraparound flap and vascularized joint transfer while offering a more normal thumb, both functionally and cosmetically. Its advantages are as follows: 1. A more normal-looking thumb with good length 2. Preservation of motion through joint transfer 3. Maintenance of growth potential through transfer of vascularized epiphyses 4. Minimal donor-site morbidity
authors.affiliation: Christine M. Kleinert Institute for Hand and Micro Surgery, Louisville, Ky.
authors.forename: T M
authors.initials: TM
authors.lastname: Tsai
authors.forename: W
authors.initials: W
authors.lastname: Aziz
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000673:Amputation, Traumatic / Q000601:surgery*; D006214:Hallux / Q000098:blood supply / Q000637:transplantation*; D006230:Hand Injuries / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013518:Surgery, Plastic / Q000379:methods*; D013524:Surgical Flaps; D013933:Thumb / Q000293:injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D014033:Toe Joint / Q000601:surgery; D014034:Toes / Q000601:surgery