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The digital extensor mechanism of the hand
1NYU-Hospital for Joint Diseases, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, New York, New York, USA.
Bulletin (Hospital for Joint Diseases (New York, N.Y.))
|June 21, 2001
Summary
This review explores the complex digital extensor mechanism, detailing its anatomy and common pathologies. It offers orthopaedic surgeons a management framework for hand problems.
Area of Science:
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Hand Surgery
- Anatomy
Background:
- The digital extensor mechanism is crucial for hand function.
- Understanding its extrinsic and intrinsic components is complex.
- Clinical presentations often involve dynamic anatomical variations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the dynamic anatomy of the digital extensor mechanism.
- To describe common pathologies affecting the extensor mechanism.
- To outline treatment principles for hand problems related to the extensor mechanism.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of dynamic anatomy and pathology.
- Analysis of common clinical presentations.
- Synthesis of treatment principles for orthopaedic surgeons.
Main Results:
- The interplay between extrinsic and intrinsic components is complex.
- Numerous examples of dynamic anatomy and pathology are presented.
- Effective treatment principles for common hand problems are outlined.
Conclusions:
- A comprehensive understanding of the extensor mechanism is vital.
- This review provides a management framework for orthopaedic surgeons.
- Effective management of hand problems relies on understanding this complex anatomy.