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I want to know the possible complications after plastic surgery on duplicated right thumb. it is for my 7 months baby girl.
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Talk to surgeon: The plastic surgeon performing the surgery can give you the best information on this..
Answered 12/2/2013
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Duplicate thumb: Any surgery has risk of infection and scarring which may change function but it important to if bony work and how much is needed it will effect outcome but this is usually a safe operation where benefit out weighs risk.
Answered 3/7/2015
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See Plastic surgeon: There are many variations or presentations of a duplicated digit, with some requiring minimal surgery to others requiring fairly complex reconstruction to improve the function of the hand.Your child's hand/plastic surgeon will be able to let you know the potential risks, benefits and limitations of the proposed surgery. In almost all cases function primarily and aesthetics secondarily are improved.
Answered 9/28/2016
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