| Literature DB >> 23129950 |
Wade Daniel Kubat1, John Hsu, Anahita Azharian, Mark Rekant.
Abstract
Flexor tendon laceration repairs remain challenging despite numerous advances in hand surgery. Although progress on this vital subject matter has been achieved, there continues to be discussion over which surgical technique produces the optimal result. Currently there are several recommended surgical repair options for the lacerated flexor tendon. However, these repairs continue to have possible significant complications including adhesions, decreased range of motion, gapping, and post operative rupture. Stainless steel suture has long been known as an option for flexor tendon repair. Stainless steel suture demonstrates one of the highest tensile strength sutures. However until recently, stainless steel suture placement for flexor tendon repairs was technically problematic. This case study discusses an additional option for repairing lacerated flexor tendons using an advanced stainless steel tendon repair system.Entities:
Keywords: Flexor tendon repair; Flexor tendon rupture; Teno Fix
Year: 2010 PMID: 23129950 PMCID: PMC3452979 DOI: 10.1007/s12593-010-0004-9
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Hand Microsurg ISSN: 0974-3227