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During hand surgery for epidermolysis bullosa,
excessive scar tissue from repeated lesions is cut from the toes and feet. Skin
grafts are then used in order to replace missing skin.
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Conditions Treated with Hand Surgery for Epidermolysis Bullosa:
Hand surgery for epidermolysis bullosa is performed in order to improve movement of contracted feet in cases of epidermolysis bullosa, a recessive inherited condition.
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There are no comparable non-surgical or surgical
alternatives to hand surgery for epidermolysis bullosa.
Anesthesia with Hand Surgery for Epidermolysis Bullosa:
Hand surgery for epidermolysis bullosa can be performed with a local anesthetic. It can also be performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely unaware during the procedure.
Potential Complications from Hand Surgery for Epidermolysis Bullosa:
Possible risks following epidermolysis bullosa include infection, bleeding, blisters and a negative reaction to the anesthesia that is used. It is also possible for the skin grafts to fail.
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