Revolutionary Surgery: Delhi Doctors Transform Amputated Toe into Functional Thumb

Oct 31, 2025 02:08 am CST

In a groundbreaking surgical procedure at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi, doctors successfully transplanted a toe from a 20-year-old accident victim's amputated leg to replace his lost thumb. This innovative microsurgery not only salvaged tissue from the non-viable limb but also restored essential hand functionality, showcasing advanced reconstructive techniques in traumatic amputation cases.