Ray Amputation vs Finger Amputation: a Systematic Review

Background. In some instance, finger amputation is required. The surgery may involve only the amputation of a finger (finger amputation) of an entire ray (ray amputation). We wished to better define the functional results of finger and ray amputation Sources of data. A systematic search of different databases was performed to Novem-ber 2021 to compare ray amputation vs finger amputation. Twenty suitable studies were identified. Areas of agreement. This systematic review compares ray amputation and finger amputation to highlight differences in the outcome relating to cosmetic and functional aspects, residual strength and return to activity. Areas of controversy. Many authors have described the results of ray amputation and finger amputation for a variety of different pathologies. It is therefore difficult to separate the underlying pathology from the cosmetic and functional result that could contribute to the dissatisfaction of the treatment used. Growing points. The treatments used could be differentiated according to the underlying pathology and the condition of the finger to be treated Areas timely for developing research. To date, it is not possible to determine the best treatment in relation to the patient’s pathology.