Current methods and biomechanics of extensor tendon repairs. Review uri icon

Overview

abstract

  • Extensor tendon injuries occur frequently. An in-depth understanding of the intricate anatomy of the extensor mechanism is necessary to guide management. Careful counseling is helpful in ensuring patient compliance and optimal outcomes for nonoperative and surgical treatments. For distal lacerations in Zones II-V, we prefer the running-interlocked horizontal mattress technique. Prolonged immobilization or inadvertent shortening of the extensor mechanism can create the unintended consequence of joint stiffness. While clinical outcomes have improved with modern repairs and rehabilitation, patients should be advised that a slight extensor lag may persist and full flexion may not be possible despite seemingly successful treatment.

publication date

  • March 16, 2013

Research

keywords

  • Finger Injuries
  • Tendon Injuries

Identity

Scopus Document Identifier

  • 84877591650

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

  • 10.1016/j.hcl.2013.02.008

PubMed ID

  • 23660062

Additional Document Info

volume

  • 29

issue

  • 2