Partially Divided Flexor Tendon Injuries: Should They Be Repaired or Not?
Partially Divided Flexor Tendon Injuries: Should They Be Repaired or Not?
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DOI:
10.1055/s-0036-1593356
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发表时间:
2016-07-01
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0.9
通讯作者:
Ahmeti, Hasan R.
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作者:
Duci, Shkelzen B.;Ahmeti, Hasan R.
The correct management of partially divided flexor tendon injuries is still controversial. Opinions vary regarding whether partially divided flexor tendon injuries should be repaired. Flexor tendon injuries are common because the tendons lie close to the skin. The tendons are therefore exposed to injuries like lacerations and crush injuries, and occasionally they can rupture from where they are joined to the bone. Tendon injuries are the second most common hand injuries in orthopedic patients.