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
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Dr. Gregory Dumanian, Chief of Plastic Surgery at Northwestern University, talks about limb rejection.
Risks of Hand/Arm Transplantation

While considering hand/arm transplantation, it is important to learn about and understand the risks.

 
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Surgical and Medical Risks

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Anti-Rejection Medicine

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Acute and Chronic Rejection

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Pain and Discomfort

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Removing the Hand (“Explantation”)

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Emotional and Social