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Polytetrafluoroethylene PTFE as a Suture Material in Tendon Surgery
Published on: October 6, 2022
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Abstract:
Surgical repair of zones 1 and 2 flexor tendon injuries is a technically demanding procedure. Surgical repair of zones 3 to 5 lacerated flexor tendons is less demanding. The associated vascular and neural damage will impact the functional outcome. The surgical techniques used to repair flexor tendons in zones 3, 4 and 5 are described, along with the strategy used to treat any associated lesions.

