Case of a lobster fisherman from Canada who had a tough day during his job. π±π± Can you identify the structure protruding out of the thumb?? π§ . . He fell and his thumb accidentally went into the trap hauler causing a complete amputation of his right thumb. Because he was out at sea it took 2.5 hours to get to shore and to a hospital to get help. . . He went into surgery but doctors were not able to save his thumb.