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A case of recurrent trigger thumb
1Harvard Combined Program, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
American Journal of Orthopedics (Belle Mead, N.J.)
|April 28, 2000
Summary
Recurrent trigger thumb in a child after initial surgery suggests incomplete release. Further surgery revealed a fibrous band and thickened tendon sheath, indicating complex causes for persistent symptoms.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Orthopedics
- Hand Surgery
- Musculoskeletal Disorders
Background:
- Trigger thumb is a common condition in children.
- Surgical release of the first annular pulley is the standard treatment.
- Recurrence after surgery can occur, necessitating further investigation.

