H-G Damert1, S Altmann. 1. Klinik für Plastische, Ästhetische und Handchirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Magdeburg, Leipziger Straße 44, 39120, Magdeburg, Deutschland. hans-georg.damert@med.ovgu.de
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Finger injuries are particularly challenging with respect to function and aesthetics. Flap surgery of the hand is technically demanding and can cause large defects if incorrectly performed. METHOD: Semiocclusive dressing, as described by Mennen and Wiese in 1993 is a simple and well-established method for treating fingertip amputations and soft tissue defects. The method is based on the principle of a moist chamber and is a good conservative option for treating these defects with respect to both function and aesthetics.
BACKGROUND: Finger injuries are particularly challenging with respect to function and aesthetics. Flap surgery of the hand is technically demanding and can cause large defects if incorrectly performed. METHOD: Semiocclusive dressing, as described by Mennen and Wiese in 1993 is a simple and well-established method for treating fingertip amputations and soft tissue defects. The method is based on the principle of a moist chamber and is a good conservative option for treating these defects with respect to both function and aesthetics.
Authors: T Hirsch; F Jacobsen; A Rittig; O Goertz; A Niederbichler; H U Steinau; H M Seipp; L Steinstraesser Journal: Hautarzt Date: 2009-12 Impact factor: 0.751