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Cut webbing between thumb and finger? any important nerves there?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yes: There are important nerves, arteries, and veins there. Plus muscles to control the fingers. Don't do it.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 7/28/2017

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Dr. Barry Press answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Not really: Generally there are no big nerves in the webspace between the thumb and index finger.

Answered 2/5/2020

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