Vascularized Composite Allotransplantation (VCA)
Reconstructs traumatic limb loss by transplanting donor hand, skin, bone, tendons, and nerves.
Hand transplant (composite tissue)
Clinical Overview & Disease Information
Reconstructs traumatic limb loss by transplanting donor hand, skin, bone, tendons, and nerves.
Signs & Symptoms
- • Progressive organ failure symptoms
- • Early Traumatic hand or forearm amputation
- • Persistent Traumatic hand or forearm amputation
- • End-Stage Organ Dysfunction
- • Organ replacement requirement
- • Acute organ failure crisis
- • Acute graft rejection episode
Causes & Risk Factors
Primary Causes & Etiology
- Upper extremity amputation
- Autoimmune organ destruction
- End-stage organ fibrosis
Who is at Higher Risk?
- Patients with end-stage Upper extremity amputation
- Transplant committee cleared recipients
Diagnostic Evaluation & Testing
| Diagnostic Test | Clinical Purpose / What It Shows |
|---|---|
| HLA Tissue Typing & Crossmatch for Hand transplant (composite tissue) | Donor-recipient anatomical and immunological compatibility |
Comprehensive Treatment Options
Minimally Invasive / Allotransplantation for Hand transplant (composite tissue)
Specialized allotransplantation procedure restoring vital organ function.
Multidisciplinary Surgical Care for Hand transplant (composite tissue)
Comprehensive surgical allotransplantation & postoperative immunosuppression.
Advanced Medical Technologies Available in Partner Hospitals
Possible Complications If Untreated
Recovery Timeline, Diet & Lifestyle Care
Recovery Timeline
| Procedure / Stage | Expected Recovery Duration |
|---|---|
| Transplant ICU Stay | 3 to 5 days |
| Step-Down Ward | 10 to 14 days |
| Outpatient Maintenance | 3 to 6 months |
Recommended Post-Treatment Diet
- Hygienic cooked food diet
- High protein recovery diet
Essential Lifestyle Changes
- Take Tacrolimus at exact 12-hour times
- Daily temperature & weight logging
Prevention & Long-Term Health
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graft survival rate for Hand transplant (composite tissue)?
1-year graft survival rates exceed 90% in JCI accredited transplant centers of excellence.
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Global Cost Comparison Matrix
| Procedure | USA (Avg) | India (ISG) | Turkey (Avg) | Thailand (Avg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hand transplant (composite tissue) | $160,000 | $40,000 | $40,000 | $45,000 |
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Get Free Treatment EstimateCommonly Prescribed Medications
- Tacrolimus 1mg
- Mycophenolate Mofetil 500mg
- Prednisone 5mg
International Patient Guide
- Passport & Visa
- State Transplant Authorization Committee Approval