Predictors of Hand Function Following Digit Replantation: Quantitative Review and Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT: Background: Digit replantation affords the opportunity to restore hand function following amputation. To date, however, few studies have evaluated functional outcomes following replantation. Therefore, it was the objective of this study to perform a meta-analysis to better characterize the predictors of hand function. Methods: A literature search was performed using the PubMed database to identify studies that focused on digit amputation/replantation and functional outcomes. Studies were evaluated for patient- and injury-related factors and their respective effects on clinical outcomes of sensation, grip strength, and Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (DASH) scores. Statistical analysis was conducted across the pooled data set to identify significant trends. Resu

SUBMITTER: Shaterian A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7818032 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature