Hand/Arm Transplant Definition Status History Worldwide Performance Functional Outcomes Psychological Outcomes Patient Experiences Potential Benefits Limitations Unknowns Myths and Facts
Process Transplant Evaluation Process Who is Eligible Who Makes a Good Candidate Contacting a Transplant Center Meeting the Transplant Team After Evaluation What is Surgery Like
Risks Surgical and Medical Acute and Chronic Rejection Removing the Hand Anti-Rejection Medicine Pain and Discomfort Emotional and Social
Recovery Surgical Recovery Rehabilitation Process Lifestyle Changes Caregiver's Role
Decision-Making Optional Treatment Weigh All Options Mental Health Changes Social Support Commitments Financial Costs
Options Cosmetic Prostheses Body-Powered Prostheses Electric Prostheses Myoelectric Prostheses Switch and Pressure Sensors LUKE Arm Osseointegration No Prosthesis
Resources 1 Glossary Hospital Finder Question Prompt Sheet Pamphlet Video Library Websites/Support Groups Study Findings
About Us Team Partners
 
Dr. Jaimie Shores, Hand/Arm Transplant Surgeon, describes the care team that patients may work with.
What is the Process?

An evaluation process takes place to help determine if hand/arm transplantation is an option for a potential recipient. Find answers to questions about the transplant evaluation process and what to expect from the surgery.

 
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Transplant Evaluation Process

Contacting a Transplant Center

What is Surgery Like?

Who is Eligible

Meeting the Transplant Team

Who Makes a Good Candidate

After Evaluation