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Surgical Considerations for Flexor Tendon Repair: Timing and Choice of Repair Technique and Rehabilitation. Hand Clin 2023 May;39(2):151-163

Date

04/21/2023

Pubmed ID

37080647

DOI

10.1016/j.hcl.2022.08.016

Scopus ID

2-s2.0-85152535193 (requires institutional sign-in at Scopus site)   3 Citations

Abstract

Flexor tendon injuries are common and occur mostly due to penetrating trauma. Surgical repair is required for complete tendon lacerations, and many techniques exist. This article reviews the principles of tendon structure, function, healing, and anatomy. Repair techniques are discussed in detail for each flexor tendon zone. Postoperative rehabilitation greatly influences outcomes, and several protocols are described.

Author List

Sasor SE, Chung KC

Author

Sarah E. Sasor MD Associate Professor in the Plastic Surgery department at Medical College of Wisconsin




MESH terms used to index this publication - Major topics in bold

Finger Injuries
Humans
Orthopedic Procedures
Suture Techniques
Tendon Injuries
Tendons