Endoscopic retrieval of retracted flexor tendons: An atraumatic technique

Kucukguven, ARDA; Uzun, HAKAN; Menku, FD; Sert, G; Aksu, AE

doi:10.1016/j.bjps.2019.01.007

Endoscopic retrieval of retracted flexor tendons: An atraumatic technique

Kucukguven A., Uzun H., Menku F., Sert G., Aksu A.

JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY, vol.72, no.4, pp.622-627, 2019 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)

Publication Type: Article / Article
Volume: 72 Issue: 4
Publication Date: 2019
Doi Number: 10.1016/j.bjps.2019.01.007
Journal Name: JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
Page Numbers: pp.622-627
Keywords: Atraumatic tendon repair, Endoscopic retrieval, Flexible endoscope, Flexor tendon repair, Retracted tendons, INJURIES, MOTION
Hacettepe University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Background: The repair of retracted flexor tendons is a challenging problem for hand surgeons. The tendon stump should be handled in an atraumatic manner because any microtrauma to the sheath and tendon can lead to poor functional outcomes.