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[Flexor tendon repair: a short story]
F Moutet1, D Corcella1, A Forli1
1Clinique de chirurgie de la main est des brûlés, hôpital Albert-Michallon, CHU de Grenoble, 38243 Grenoble cedex 9, France.
Chirurgie De La Main
|May 20, 2014
Summary
Flexor tendon repair, crucial for hand function, faced historical delays due to dogma and technical challenges. Modern techniques now prioritize tendon gliding for optimal outcomes in flexor tendon surgery.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Hand Surgery
- Surgical History
Background:
- Flexor tendon repair has a long history, with early considerations but delayed widespread adoption.
- Galen's historical interdiction and the complex nature of flexor tendons impeded early surgical development.
Observation:
- Tendon structure, composed of fibroblasts and collagen, necessitates a focus on gliding for function.
- The paradoxical nature of tendons, designed for movement, presented significant repair challenges.
Findings:
- Flexor tendon repair only became routine in the 20th century, overcoming previous obstacles.
- Historical contributions from leading hand surgeons highlight the evolution of repair techniques.
Implications:
- Understanding the history of flexor tendon repair provides context for current surgical practices.
- Focus on tendon gliding remains paramount for successful flexor tendon surgery outcomes.
