Handlæknisfræði
Handlæknisfræði is the Icelandic term for hand surgery. It is a specialized field of medicine dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the hand and upper extremity. This includes injuries, diseases, and congenital deformities that can impact function, sensation, and appearance.
The scope of handlæknisfræði encompasses a wide range of issues. Common conditions treated include fractures, dislocations,
The specialists in handlæknisfræði are often orthopedic surgeons, plastic surgeons, or general surgeons who have undergone
Diagnosis typically involves a thorough medical history, physical examination, and often imaging studies like X-rays, CT