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Functional Assessment of the Reconstructed Fingertips after Free Toe Pulp Transfer<br />

Institution where the work was prepared: Cheng-Hung Lin, Taipei, Taiwan<br />

Cheng-Hung Lin, MD; Chih-Hung Lin; Yu-Te Lin; Paolo Sassu; Fu-Chan Wei; Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Chang Gung University<br />

Background:<br />

Posttraumatic fingertip reconstruction with a free toe pulp was first described in 1979. Although there have been several studies regarding the sensibility assessment<br />

of the reconstructed digits, only two-point discrimination (2PD) test was usually employed and the case numbers were limited. The goal of this study<br />

was to comprehensively assess the functional outcome of the reconstructed fingertips after free toe pulp transfer.<br />

Methods:<br />

There were 15 flaps in 14 male patients recruited in this retrospective study. Objective sensory recovery was assessed with 2PD and Semmes-Weinstein monofilament<br />

(SWM) tests. Pinch power of the reconstructed digits as well as subjective pain and discomfort was also evaluated. Statistical analysis was used to compare<br />

and investigate the relationship of the results.<br />

Results:<br />

According to the findings of 2PD test, 6 flaps obtained good results, 6 flaps gained fair results, and 3 flaps could perceive only one point. The SWM test<br />

revealed diminished light touch in 6 flaps, diminished protective sensation in 8 flaps and loss of protective sensation in one flap. Strong correlation between<br />

s2PD and m2PD (?=0.78747, p=0.0005), but weak correlation between s2PD and SWM of the flaps (?=0.34240, p=0.2116) was found. There was significant<br />

difference in s2PD (p

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