Tissue forceps for stabilizing amputated parts in a finger replantation
ABSTRACT
Tremor of the assistant while holding the amputated finger during preparation for replantation is a problem. Few methods are found in literature to stabilize the amputated part. Reported here is the usage of tissue forceps for stabilizing the amputated part while the surgeon is tagging the nerves and vessels under a microscope.
Key words: Finger amputation, preparation, stabilization, tagging, tissue forceps