1. The Krukenberg procedure in the bilateral amputee after electrical burn.
- Author
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Visuthikosol V, Wongbusarakum S, Navykarn T, and Kruavit A
- Subjects
- Activities of Daily Living, Adolescent, Adult, Burns, Electric surgery, Female, Hand Injuries surgery, Humans, Male, Wrist Injuries surgery, Amputation Stumps surgery, Burns, Electric rehabilitation, Hand Injuries rehabilitation, Wrist Injuries rehabilitation
- Abstract
Nine Krukenberg procedures were performed in 5 bilateral amputee patients suffering severe electrical injuries of both hands and wrists. The surgical procedure yielded functioning pincers in 7 of 9 operations. The patients could perform their daily activities very well and showed pronounced improvement in their self-confidence, self-reliance, and quality of life. The postoperative rehabilitation of these patients was not difficult. The Krukenberg procedure should be considered a substitute for prosthesis, especially in developing countries.
- Published
- 1991
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