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Hand Surgery
If you're considering hand surgery...
Dramatic advances have been made in recent years in treating patients
with hand injuries, degenerative disorders, and birth defects of the
hand. At the forefront of these advances have been plastic
surgeons-specialists whose major interest is improving both function
and appearance. Plastic surgeons undergo intensive training in hand
surgery, and they (along with orthopedic surgeons and general surgeons)
treat patients with a wide range of hand problems.
THE BEST CANDIDATES FOR HAND SURGERY
If you're considering hand surgery, a consultation with a plastic
surgeon is a good place to start. The surgeon will examine you, discuss
the possible methods of treatment for your problem, and let you know if
surgery is warranted. If it is, the surgeon will discuss the procedure
in detail, including where the surgery will be performed (in the
surgeon's office, an outpatient surgery center, or a hospital), the
anesthesia and surgical techniques that will be used, possible risks
and complications, the recovery and rehabilitation period, and the
probable outcome in terms of function and appearance.
Don't hesitate to ask your surgeon any questions you may have during the
initial consultation-including any concerns you have about the
recommended treatment and the costs involved. (Since hand surgery is
performed primarily to correct physical abnormalities, it usually is
covered by insurance. Check your policy or call your carrier to be
sure.)
More information can be obtained by visiting the source of this
information at: PlasticSurgery.org
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