Retrieval of the retracted flexor tendon.
A simple and easy technique to retrieve the retracted flexor tendon across the sheath is described. Skill and atraumatic handling of the tendon are emphasized by employing the same suture to accomplish tendon delivery and repair.
Abouzahr
M K
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Department of Surgery, Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center, New York, N.Y., USA.
D002404:Catheterization; D006801:Humans; D013536:Suture Techniques; D013710:Tendons / Q000601:surgery*