Finger prosthesis: A novel way to restore the form, function, and esthetics

Key Clinical Message A well‐customized prosthesis with a life‐like esthetic and function are the primary determining factors for its acceptance and success. RTV silicones can prove to be very effective and useful in fabricating such prosthesis. Abstract Complete or partial finger amputations impact...

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Main Authors: Nagaveni S. Somayaji, Pallawi Sinha, Jitendra Sharan, Jagadish Prasad Rajaguru, Anand Marya
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2023-11-01
Series:Clinical Case Reports
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.8147
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Summary:Key Clinical Message A well‐customized prosthesis with a life‐like esthetic and function are the primary determining factors for its acceptance and success. RTV silicones can prove to be very effective and useful in fabricating such prosthesis. Abstract Complete or partial finger amputations impact an individual's psychological and physical well‐being and are considered the most frequently observed pattern of hand loss. A customized prosthesis offers the patient rehabilitative, functional, and psychological advantages. Retention is the key to the success of such prosthetic restoration. The present case report describes a novel technique that utilizes passive vacuum fit and mechanical retention to restore controlled function movements as a metal wire framework. The procedure was economical, most importantly, produced life‐like anatomy of the missing digit and restored the function to some extent.
ISSN:2050-0904