hand transplant

A hand transplant is a surgical procedure where a person's damaged or missing hand is replaced with a healthy hand from a deceased donor. Surgeons carefully connect blood vessels, nerves, tendons, muscles, and bones to restore function and appearance. The goal is to help individuals regain mobility, sensation, and a more natural look. Since nerves need time to grow back, full function may take months or years. Patients typically need lifelong medication to prevent rejection, which is when the body mistakenly attacks the transplanted tissue. Hand transplants are complex but can significantly improve quality of life for those with severe hand injuries or amputations.