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Tendon injuries in the pediatric hand
Milton B Armstrong1, Oyinkansola Adeogun
1Miller School of Medicine, University of Miami Division of Plastic Surgery, University of Miami, Miami, FL 33136, USA. marmstro@med.miami.edu
The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery
|July 2, 2009
Summary
Hand tendon injuries, both flexor and extensor, need careful assessment and repair. Flexor injuries may involve nerve or blood vessel damage, while extensor injuries can affect joints, requiring thorough evaluation for optimal hand function.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Hand Surgery
- Traumatology
Background:
- Hand tendon injuries are frequent, necessitating precise diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.
- Flexor tendon injuries require evaluation for associated neurovascular compromise.
- Extensor tendon injuries may present with intra-articular involvement, impacting joint function.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the diagnosis and management of common flexor and extensor tendon injuries in the hand.
- To emphasize the importance of identifying associated injuries with flexor and extensor tendon damage.
Main Methods:
- Review of diagnostic modalities for hand tendon injuries.
- Outline of treatment and repair strategies for flexor and extensor tendons.
- Discussion of differential diagnosis considerations, including neurovascular and intra-articular structures.
Main Results:
- Common flexor and extensor tendon injuries present distinct diagnostic challenges.
- Associated neurovascular and intra-articular injuries significantly influence management.
- Timely and accurate diagnosis is crucial for successful tendon repair and functional recovery.
Conclusions:
- Comprehensive evaluation is essential for all hand tendon injuries.
- Management strategies must address both the primary tendon injury and any associated damage.
- Effective treatment leads to improved outcomes in hand function after tendon injuries.
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