Replantation of an amputated hand: a rare case report and acknowledgement of a multidisciplinary team input.

An amputation of the hand is a devastating injury. It adversely affects the victim's ability to earn a livelihood, support a family, and carry out daily activities. It has a great psychological impact. We report a middle aged male with an amputation at the level of the distal forearm who underwent replantation. The operative details of this case are described. Awareness of the possibility of salvage should be spread among healthcare personnel and the need for immediate attention by a multispeciality team is advocated. This report reviews the literature related to the operative technique, contraindications and long term results.

The role of trans-oral digital pressure in the removal of large dumbbell shaped tumor from deep lobe of parotid gland.

A 44-year-old male patient, a cardiothoracic surgeon by profession, presented with a tumor arising from the deep lobe of the right parotid gland. Investigations confirmed its para-pharyngeal location and its dumbbell shape. A total conservative parotidectomy was performed preserving full function of the facial nerve. The case is presented because of the unique technique used for this procedure.