title: Extensor hallucis longus tendon injury: an in-depth analysis and treatment protocol.
abstract: This article analyzes the controversial topic of whether or not to repair a lacerated extensor hallucis longus tendon. A literature review of extensor hallucis longus tendon injuries is presented. The authors then provide a treatment protocol for extensor hallucis tendon injuries.
authors.affiliation: Department of Podiatric Surgery, Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, New York, USA.
authors.forename: J C
authors.initials: JC
authors.lastname: Kass
authors.forename: F
authors.initials: F
authors.lastname: Palumbo
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Mehl
authors.forename: N
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Camarinos
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D002985:Clinical Protocols; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011182:Postoperative Care; D012421:Rupture; D013708:Tendon Injuries / Q000601:surgery* / Q000628:therapy; D013710:Tendons / Q000601:surgery*