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Hand/Arm Transplant Definition Status History Worldwide Performance Functional Outcomes Psychological Outcomes Patient Experiences Potential Benefits Limitations Unknowns Myths and Facts

Process Transplant Evaluation Process Who is Eligible Who Makes a Good Candidate Contacting a Transplant Center Meeting the Transplant Team After Evaluation What is Surgery Like

Risks Surgical and Medical Acute and Chronic Rejection Removing the Hand Anti-Rejection Medicine Pain and Discomfort Emotional and Social

Recovery Surgical Recovery Rehabilitation Process Lifestyle Changes Caregiver's Role

Decision-Making Optional Treatment Weigh All Options Mental Health Changes Social Support Commitments Financial Costs

Options Cosmetic Prostheses Body-Powered Prostheses Electric Prostheses Myoelectric Prostheses Switch and Pressure Sensors LUKE Arm Osseointegration No Prosthesis

Resources 1 Glossary Hospital Finder Question Prompt Sheet Pamphlet Video Library Websites/Support Groups Study Findings

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Hand/Arm Transplantation

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