Texas Surgeon Saves Man’s Burned Hand By Attaching It To His Abdomen

  • 9 years ago
A surgeon was able to save the badly burned hand of an 87-year-old man by attaching it to his abdomen.

Doctors at Houston Methodist Hospital were recently able to save the badly burned hand of an 87-year-old man through a remarkable procedure. Please note the accompanying video contains graphic images.
Months ago, Frank Reyes of Texas sustained severe damage to his hand while changing a tire. 
In the process, a lowboy trailer that had been baking in the hot sun for some time fell, causing extensive 3rd degree burns. 
The staff at Houston Methodist Hospital quickl