Centre for Reconstructive Surgery

Hand and microvascular surgery is a specialized field of surgery that focuses on the treatment of conditions & injuries affecting the hand, wrist, and forearm. It involves both reconstructive & corrective procedures utilizing microsurgical techniques, which involve the use of a surgical microscope and tiny instruments. Hand surgeons who specialize in microvascular surgery have advanced training in plastic surgery techniques & are skilled in working with the small blood vessels & nerves in the hand. Microvascular surgery is performed on structures such as arteries, veins, and nerves that are smaller than 3 millimetres in diameter. The goal of hand and microvascular surgery is to restore optimal function and alleviate pain in the hand and upper extremity, allowing individuals to perform daily activities and regain independence