title: Upper extremity amputations and prosthetics.
abstract: Upper extremity amputations are most frequently indicated by severe traumatic injuries. The location of the injury will determine the level of amputation. Preservation of extremity length is often a goal. The amputation site will have important implications on the functional status of the patient and options for prosthetic reconstruction. Advances in amputation techniques and prosthetic reconstructions promote improved quality of life. In this article, the authors review the principles of upper extremity amputation, including techniques, amputation sites, and prosthetic reconstructions.
authors: Division of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, DeWitt-Daughtry Family Department of Surgery, University of Miami, Leonard Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida.
authors: Steven A
authors: SA
authors: Ovadia
authors: Division of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, DeWitt-Daughtry Family Department of Surgery, University of Miami, Leonard Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida.
authors: Morad
authors: M
authors: Askari
keywords: amputation; arm; finger; hand; prosthetic; upper extremity