Amputation of Single digit Treatment in India
About Amputation of Single digit
Key Highlights
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Life or Limb-Saving: Removes severely infected, gangrenous, or cancerous tissue to prevent systemic illness.Pain Relief: Eliminates chronic, debilitating pain from irreparable injury or conditions like severe osteoarthritis.Improved Function: By removing a non-functional or deformed digit, overall hand or foot function and dexterity can improve.listrongPrevents Spread:/strong Halts the progression of infection or malignancy to other parts of the limb or body./lilistrongDefinitive Solution:/strong Provides a clear resolution for conditions unresponsive to conservative treatments like medications, wound care, or therapy./li/ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe Trauma: Crush injuries or mangled digits with non-viable tissue and destroyed blood supply.
- Advanced Infection: Uncontrolled osteomyelitis (bone infection) or gangrene not responding to antibiotics and debridement.
- Malignant Tumors: Bone or soft tissue cancers (e.g., melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma) localized to the digit.
- Vascular Compromise: Irreversible ischemia due to advanced peripheral vascular disease, diabetes, or frostbite.
- Chronic Pain/Deformity: Severe, disabling osteoarthritis, rheumatoid deformity, or contractures that impair function.
- Congenital Malformation: Removal of a non-functional or supernumerary (extra) digit for functional or cosmetic reasons.
How to prepare
- Medical Evaluation: Comprehensive assessment including medical history, physical exam, and review of imaging (X-rays, MRI).
- Diagnostic Tests: Blood tests, vascular studies (ankle-brachial index), or biopsies to confirm the diagnosis and plan surgery level.
- Consent Discussion: Detailed conversation with the surgeon about goals, risks, alternatives, and expected outcomes, including phantom limb sensation.
- Medication Management: Instructions on stopping blood thinners (e.g., aspirin, warfarin) and managing diabetes prior to surgery.
- Pre-operative Fasting: Typically no food or drink for 6-8 hours before the scheduled procedure time.
- Arrangements: Planning for post-surgery assistance at home and transportation, as the hand/foot will be bandaged and immobile.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection: Risk of surgical site infection requiring antibiotics or further debridement.
- Poor Wound Healing: Delayed healing or wound breakdown, especially in patients with diabetes or vascular disease.
- Nerve Complications: Persistent pain, neuroma (painful nerve ending), or phantom limb sensations.
- Stiffness & Loss of Function: Stiffness in adjacent digits or the remaining hand/foot, impacting grip or gait.
- Bleeding/Hematoma: Post-operative bleeding under the skin.
- Anesthesia Risks: Adverse reactions to local, regional, or general anesthesia.
- Psychological Impact: Emotional adjustment to the change in body image and function.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Immediate Post-Op: The digit will be bandaged and possibly splinted. Elevation is crucial to reduce swelling and pain.
- Pain Management: Prescribed pain medications and possibly antibiotics will be provided. Ice packs can help with swelling.
- Wound Care: Keeping the surgical site clean and dry. Stitches or staples are usually removed in 10-14 days.
- Early Mobilization: Gentle movement of adjacent digits/wrist/ankle as advised to prevent stiffness, often starting within days.
- Occupational/Physical Therapy: Essential for retraining grip, adapting to change, strengthening, and scar management.
- Activity Modification: Avoiding strenuous activity, heavy lifting, or getting the wound wet until fully healed (several weeks).
- Follow-up: Regular visits with the surgeon to monitor healing, manage complications, and discuss long-term adaptation or prosthetics.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-2 days (Often outpatient or 1-night stay)
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Expected recovery time:
4-8 weeks for basic healing; 3-6 months for full functional adaptation
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering amputation of single digit in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for amputation of single digit in India include Medanta The Medicity, Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Miot Hospital Chennai, Nanavati Max Hospital, Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform amputation of single digit. MediFyr helps you compare orthopedists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for amputation of single digit compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | USD 381 – USD 1,305 | 0-2 days (Often outpatient or 1-night stay) | ~ 4-8 weeks for basic healing; 3-6 months for full functional adaptation | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 2,818 – USD 9,663 | 0-2 days (Often outpatient or 1-night stay) | ~ 4-8 weeks for basic healing; 3-6 months for full functional adaptation | Know More |
Top hospitals for Amputation of Single digit in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated orthopedics teams and experience managing patients undergoing amputation of single digit.
Gurgaon, India
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Orthopedists for Amputation of Single digit
Explore experienced orthopedists who regularly perform amputation of single digit and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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