Coverage of Fingertip Traumatic Amputation in Lesser Digits With Modified Volar Advancement Flap

The modified volar advancement flap remains a feasible option for reconstructing fingertip amputations, even in the lesser digits. This technique does not require microsurgical expertise and can be safely performed by general orthopaedic surgeons.

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JAAOS Global Research and Reviews
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2025-12-01
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https://doi.org/10.5435/jaaosglobal-d-25-00202
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Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques
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Coverage of Fingertip Traumatic Amputation in Lesser Digits With Modified Volar Advancement Flap

Eric Jessen Chow, Marvin Man Ting Chung, WY Ip
JAAOS Global Research and Reviews
Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques
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Coverage of Fingertip Traumatic Amputation in Lesser Digits With Modified Volar Advancement Flap

Eric Jessen Chow, Marvin Man Ting Chung, WY Ip
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Abstract

The modified volar advancement flap remains a feasible option for reconstructing fingertip amputations, even in the lesser digits. This technique does not require microsurgical expertise and can be safely performed by general orthopaedic surgeons.

JAAOS Global Research and ReviewsVol. 9(12)
Medical Protective (US), Centre Alpien de Phytogéographie (CH), University of Hong Kong (HK)
Openalex Percentile: Top 40%
Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques
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