Amputation of the Digit

Question 1

indications

Answer 1

severe disorders of the digit such
as purulent necrotic inflammation of the distal or
proximal interphalangeal joint, or severe pedal
trauma

Question 2

position of patient during surgery

Answer 2

Standing with limb elevated and secured.

Question 3

rubber tourniquet is placed in what region

Answer 3

mid- metatarsal (metacarpal) region

Question 4

anesthesia used

Answer 4

Local IV analgesia

Question 5

2-3-cm deep incision is made along the whole
length of the ______ through skin, s.c.
tissue and interdigital ligaments, as close as
possible to the affected claw.

Answer 5

interdigital space

Question 6

An _____ is inserted in the incision
and the digit is sawn off

Answer 6

embryotomy wire

Question 7

alternative wire

Answer 7

cable wire

Question 8

4 parts that are transected when amputating the digit

Answer 8

• Middle phalanx
• Flexor tendons
• Digital flexor synovial sheath
• skin

Question 9

bandage must be changed after ___ days post-op

Answer 9

2

Question 10

Results from purulent necrotic inflammation of the distal/ proximal interphalangeal joint

Answer 10

Chronic necrotic pododermatitis

Question 11

No need for dressing after ____ weeks

Answer 11

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