Flexor digitorum superficialis rupture: a case report.
A rupture of the musculotendinous junction of the flexor digitorum superficialis to the index finger in a baseball pitcher is described. No underlying abnormality could be detected. Because of loss of strength and dexterity, repair of the rupture was accomplished with an improved result.
D000293:Adolescent; D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000601:surgery; D005385:Fingers; D005543:Forearm Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012421:Rupture / Q000601:surgery; D013708:Tendon Injuries / Q000601:surgery*