title: Aesthetic partial hand prostheses.
abstract: This article discusses medical and technical problems involved in the proper fitting of aesthetic hand prostheses. The most important factors determining success include level of amputation, quality of the stump and experience of prosthetic technician. Restoration of almost-normal appearance of the hand and improving the patient's physical capability are an important bonus.
authors.forename: Andrzej
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Komor