Delayed sequential ruptures of the index and thumb flexor tendons due to an occult scaphoid nonunion.
A case of sequential spontaneous loss of flexion in the thumb and index finger over a 10 year period is reported. Previously unrecognized carpal collapse as a consequence of a longstanding scaphoid nonunion was identified as the cause. Fusion of the interphalangeal joint of the thumb and suture of the index profundus tendon to the middle profundus tendon resulted in a good outcome.
Wacker
J
J
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Perth Royal Infirmary, UK.
McKie
S
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MacLean
J G
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D000368:Aged; D002348:Carpal Bones / Q000293:injuries*; D002349:Carpal Tunnel Syndrome / Q000150:complications; D005383:Finger Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery; D005599:Fractures, Ununited / Q000150:complications* / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012421:Rupture; D013708:Tendon Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery