Long-term follow-up of 50 Duke silicone prosthetic fingers

J Hand Surg Br. 1996 Oct;21(5):696-700. doi: 10.1016/s0266-7681(96)80166-5.

Abstract

Thirty-three patients with single and multiple digital amputations were fitted with a total of 50 prosthetic silicone fingers over a mean period of 4 years. The prosthetic fingers were custom made using a special method which has been modified at our institution. This study provides a detailed analysis of patients' occupational and cosmetic usage of and satisfaction with their prostheses, as well as describing the fabrication technique.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Amputation, Surgical / rehabilitation
  • Female
  • Fingers* / surgery
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Patient Satisfaction
  • Prostheses and Implants*
  • Prosthesis Design
  • Silicones*

Substances

  • Silicones