title: Reconstruction of a sagittal band and extensor tendon centralization using a palmaris longus tendon graft.
abstract: A technique of delayed extensor tendon reconstruction and centralization using a palmaris longus tendon graft is presented. The tendon graft is woven through the base of the proximal phalanx and up and over the reconstructed extensor tendon to simulate the natural sagittal bands. As described, the technique allows gliding of the extensor tendon while maintaining its vitally important central location.
authors.affiliation: Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Institute for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Springfield, USA.
authors.forename: T M
authors.initials: TM
authors.lastname: Bradley
authors.forename: R E
authors.initials: RE
authors.lastname: Brown
mesh_terms: D000063:Accidents, Traffic; D000328:Adult; D006230:Hand Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009049:Motorcycles; D013518:Surgery, Plastic / Q000379:methods*; D013710:Tendons / Q000637:transplantation*