Flexor tendon surgery--today and looking ahead.
The biology, management, and results of primary repair and secondary reconstruction are reviewed. Repair of the tendon sheath and controlled mobilization appear to improve the results of both groups.
D005383:Finger Injuries / Q000601:surgery; D005384:Finger Joint / Q000601:surgery; D006225:Hand / Q000601:surgery*; D006230:Hand Injuries / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D011182:Postoperative Care; D013536:Suture Techniques; D013708:Tendon Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D013709:Tendon Transfer; D013710:Tendons / Q000601:surgery* / Q000637:transplantation