Authors
Kasey R Boehmer, Cassie C Kennedy, Ian G Hargraves, Joan M Griffin, Andrea E Garcia-Bautista, Brianna B Sanchez, Avudaiappan Chokkalingam, Dawn M Finnie, Adam R Miller, Steven L Moran, Fantley C Smither, Hatem Amer, Sheila Jowsey-Gregoire
Publication date
2023/9
Journal
Progress in Transplantation
Volume
33
Issue
3
Pages
216-222
Publisher
SAGE Publications
Description
Introduction
Advancements in vascularized composite allotransplantation have made hand transplants possible for persons living with upper limb loss. Hand transplantation is not a life-saving procedure, but rather a quality-of-life enhancing procedure; hence the risk of morbidity and mortality must be weighed against improvements in function and appearance. This study explored the decision-making process of patients evaluated for hand transplantation.
Methods/Approach
A qualitative case series study using retrospective chart data of evaluations was conducted between January 1, 2011 and February 28, 2020. Notes were extracted and read by three reviewers. Each case was summarized noting similarities and differences.
Findings
Nine patients underwent evaluation. Eight were no longer under evaluation and did not receive transplant; one was still undergoing evaluation. Patient motivations for evaluation were …
Total citations
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