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ArticleFuture science OA2025

Finger replantation in Jordan: evaluating the knowledge, attitudes, practices, and barriers among doctors and medical students.

Saleh Abualhaj, Mosleh M Abualhaj, Lina Alshadfan, Anas As'ad, Mohamad Kharashgah, Tayseer A Al-Tawarah, Abed Alazeez Alkhatib, Mohammad Aljaidi

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Saleh AbualhajDepartment of General Surgery, Al-Balqa Applied University, Salt, Jordan.
Mosleh M AbualhajDepartment of Networks and Cybersecurity, Al-Ahliyya Amman University, Amman, Jordan.
Lina AlshadfanDepartment of Pediatrics, Al Balqa Applied University, Salt, Jordan.
Anas As'adDepartment of General Surgery, Al-Balqa Applied University, Salt, Jordan.
Mohamad KharashgahDepartment of General Surgery, Yarmouk University, Irbid, Jordan.
Tayseer A Al-TawarahDepartment of General Surgery, Hashemite University, Zarqa, Jordan.
Abed Alazeez AlkhatibDepartment of General Surgery, Istiklal Hospital, Amman, Jordan.
Mohammad AljaidiRoyal Medical Services, Amman, Jordan.

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backgroundFinger replantation is a complex microsurgical procedure that requires optimal conditions for success. Understanding the knowledge and awareness of healthcare professionals regarding finger preservation and replantation can help improve outcomes for patients with amputated fingers.

methodsA cross-sectional survey was conducted among healthcare professionals, including clinical years medical students, surgical residents, and specialists. The survey assessed participants' knowledge of factors influencing the finger replantation success, the appropriate management of amputated fingers before surgery, the ideal time for replantation, and key considerations for finger preservation.

resultsAmong 197 participants, 81.2% correctly identified finger replantation as a surgical procedure to reattach a severed finger. However, 9.6% incorrectly believed it was a technique to preserve the finger for later reattachment. The most frequently reported barriers to performing finger replantation included lack of training or expertise (78.2%), limited access to specialized surgical instruments (66.5%), and financial constraints (61.9%). Significant differences were found across professional groups regarding perceived barriers, particularly in terms of training, access to surgical instruments, and infrastructure.

conclusionWhile general knowledge of finger replantation is high, key misconceptions and barriers; like limited training, resources, and funding, persist. Improving education, infrastructure, and specialized programs is vital to expanding access and enhance outcomes.

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barriers to surgeryFinger replantationhealthcare resourceslower-middle-income countrymicrosurgeryresource-limited regionssurgical education

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PMCPMC12427489

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