The modified Stack procedure for central slip reconstruction: a case series
There are many surgical techniques for reconstruction of the divided or incompetent central slip. Most rely upon postoperative immobilisation to protect the repair. We present our experience using a distally based flexor digitorum superficialis slip to reconstruct the central slip and allow early mo...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons
2024-07-01
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| Series: | Australasian Journal of Plastic Surgery |
| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.34239/ajops.92997 |
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| Summary: | There are many surgical techniques for reconstruction of the divided or incompetent central slip. Most rely upon postoperative immobilisation to protect the repair. We present our experience using a distally based flexor digitorum superficialis slip to reconstruct the central slip and allow early mobilisation in five patients with intact preoperative intrinsic function. Post-treatment, a mean recovery of 65 degrees of active extension was achieved, albeit at the cost of a mean 22-degree loss of active flexion. We suggest this relatively easy technique provides a useful surgical option in the management of this difficult problem. |
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| ISSN: | 2209-170X |