HAND CLINICS
Scope & Guideline
Empowering clinicians with cutting-edge insights.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Peripheral Nerve Surgery:
The journal covers advancements in peripheral nerve repair and regeneration, including surgical techniques, nerve conduits, and the use of growth factors to enhance clinical outcomes. - Microsurgical Techniques:
A significant focus is placed on microsurgical techniques for reconstruction, including various flap options, free muscle transfers, and management of complex hand injuries. - Fracture Management and Reconstruction:
The journal explores comprehensive strategies for managing fractures of the hand and wrist, emphasizing innovative surgical approaches, fixation techniques, and outcomes. - Soft Tissue Injuries and Repair:
Research on soft tissue management, including tendon repairs, lymphedema treatments, and complications in soft tissue injuries, is a consistent theme. - Innovative Imaging Techniques:
The use of advanced imaging modalities to diagnose and plan surgical interventions for upper extremity conditions is an important area of exploration. - Diversity and Inclusion in Hand Surgery:
The journal also addresses broader issues such as diversity, equity, and inclusion in the field of hand surgery, highlighting the importance of these topics in clinical practice and education.
Trending and Emerging
- Regenerative Medicine and Nerve Interfaces:
There is an increasing focus on regenerative approaches in nerve repair, including the use of regenerative peripheral nerve interfaces that enhance prosthetic control and recovery. - Minimally Invasive Techniques:
Emerging methodologies that emphasize minimally invasive surgical techniques are gaining traction, reflecting a broader trend towards less traumatic surgical options. - Enhanced Imaging and Diagnostics:
Advancements in imaging technologies, such as ultrasound applications in hand surgery, are becoming more prominent, facilitating better preoperative planning and postoperative assessment. - Pediatric Hand Surgery:
An uptick in research related to pediatric hand conditions suggests a growing recognition of the unique challenges and techniques required in treating younger patients. - Diversity and Equity in Healthcare:
A significant trend is the increasing emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion within the field, with discussions around underrepresented groups and the importance of equitable healthcare practices.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Bone Grafting Techniques:
There is a noticeable decrease in publications focusing on traditional bone grafting, as newer techniques and materials for bone repair and reconstruction gain prominence. - Basic Tendon Repair Techniques:
Research on standard tendon repair methods appears to be waning, with more emphasis now on advanced techniques and innovations that minimize complications and improve outcomes. - General Principles of Hand Surgery:
The journal has shifted away from broader, less specific discussions of hand surgery principles, favoring more targeted and innovative approaches that address contemporary challenges.
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