Fundamental Skill for Finger Reconstruction

Abstract

The basic skills of finger reconstruction mainly include the basic techniques in operation and the proficiency of anatomy. We will just discuss the training of operating skills. The characteristics of operation skills in microsurgery including: (1) It is generally operated under a microscope which needs an adjustment process; (2) The field of vision and the operating space are relatively small to be found again once moved; (3) The field of vision will turn to vague if the lens or eyes move up and down a little which needs to be adapted again; (4) Slight instability or movement of surgeon’s hands would affect the quality of suture. Therefore, a microsurgeon must experience a certain period of formal training before participating in operation. As finger reconstruction is one of the most complicated and difficulty operation in microsurgery, the training of skills is especially necessary.