Complications of flexor tendon injuries

Hand Clin. 1994 Feb;10(1):93-109.

Abstract

Despite the many advances in the surgical and rehabilitative management of flexor tendon injuries, problems of adhesion, contracture, and rupture continue to limit the restoration of function in a significant number of cases. This article reviews the most frequent complications after flexor tendon injuries. The treatment options for these problems, including the authors' methods of choice, are discussed.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Animals
  • Child, Preschool
  • Female
  • Finger Injuries / rehabilitation
  • Finger Injuries / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Rupture / surgery
  • Tendon Injuries / rehabilitation
  • Tendon Injuries / surgery*
  • Tendons / physiology
  • Tendons / surgery
  • Tendons / transplantation
  • Tissue Adhesions / prevention & control
  • Tissue Adhesions / surgery
  • Wound Healing