Plast Reconstr Surg March 2019 PMID 30817652

Wide-Awake Surgical Management of Hand Fractures: Technical Pearls and Advanced Rehabilitation.

Brad T Hyatt, Peter Charles Rhee

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Peak: 7 in Mar 2019

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Discussions highlight how the method allows for real-time assessment and stabilization of hand fractures, with phrases like 'most unstable fractures can be reduced and stabilized,' suggesting an appreciation of practicality. The tone is clinical and positive, with mentions of avoiding tourniquets and enabling early movement, which underscores perceived improvements in patient care and surgical efficiency.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize the value of the wide-awake technique, with some emphasizing its effectiveness for stable reduction and stabilization of hand fractures, indicating general support.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate interest, mentioning specific applications like the management of unstable fractures, but do not delve deeply into technical details or innovations.

EngagementModerate engagement

Engagement revolves around referencing specific fracture types and procedural aspects, reflecting a reasonable level of involvement in the topic without extensive debate.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest that the publication could influence surgical practices, especially by highlighting techniques that improve patient outcomes and intraoperative assessment.

Abstract in brief

WideAwake surgical management of hand fractures involves using local anesthesia with epinephrine instead of general anesthesia, allowing patients to remain awake during procedures and enabling real-time assessment of fracture stability through active movement.
The technique emphasizes no tourniquet surgery and employs fixation methods like percutaneous Kirschner wires, with intraoperative stability assessment helping to promote early, protected finger movement to reduce stiffness.
The approach aims to improve patient experience, streamline recovery, and facilitate faster return to function by combining effective fracture stabilization with immediate functional assessment during surgery.]

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Wide-Awake Hand Fracture Surgery: Technique and Benefits

Wide-awake surgical management of hand fractures using local anesthesia with epinephrine allows real-time assessment of fixation with the patient awake and moving intraoperatively. This approach reduces costs, improves…

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Wide-Awake Hand Fracture Surgery: Technique and Benefits

Wide-Awake surgical management of hand fractures using local anesthesia with epinephrine allows patients to remain awake, enabling real-time assessment of fracture stability through active movement. This approach…

Plastics in Practice (Resident Review) · Sep 7, 2025 20 views