Thread by @anilbhatortho

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#Amputation is a life changing experience, especially involving thumb/fingers.Most important step is to transport the amputated part in a correct way in order to suture back(Replantation)
We get queries from local practitioners & remote places as to how to send it

Often the part reaches in a bad state & is difficult to salvage it as the tiny blood vessels are not viable for restoring circulation.The most common mistake is dipping it in some solution (saline/ water/ Iodine) or putting it directly in ice which is to be avoided.
#medtwitter

If there is lot of dirt, the amputated part is gently washed in water/ saline & wrapped in a clean cloth/gauze & put in a plastic cover. It is then kept in an ice container but never directly in any fluid or in direct contact with ice which injures the blood vessels

If the part is big(entire hand or limb) , large plastic cover & container like a bucket filled with ice is to be used .
When the amputated part reaches in a good condition/in time/ and can be replanted ( based on various criteria ) good function can be restored back..

This kind of basic info is to be displayed in industries/ printing press where the hand is in great danger for injury.These are hands earning livelihood for the entire family & are to be taken care of 🙏🏼
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