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Extensor tendon rupture is a rare complication after the Darrach procedure for wrist pain. Surgeons should recognize this risk and be prepared for revision surgeries to reconstruct the damaged tendons.

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  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Hand Surgery
  • Reconstructive Surgery

Background:

  • The Darrach procedure involves distal ulna resection for wrist and distal radioulnar joint pathologies.
  • Extensor tendon rupture from the proximal ulnar stump is a recognized, though less common, postoperative complication.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a case series of extensor tendon ruptures following Darrach procedures.
  • To share surgeon experiences with managing this complication and subsequent reconstructions.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of patients with extensor tendon rupture post-Darrach procedure.
  • Data collected from hand surgeon case logs, including demographics and surgical details.
  • A representative case presented, with other experiences summarized in a table.

Main Results:

  • Seven patients were included in the case series.
  • Nearly all patients had undergone intraoperative capsular closure during the initial Darrach procedure.
  • All identified extensor tendon ruptures were managed with revision surgeries.

Conclusions:

  • Extensor tendon rupture is a potential complication following the Darrach procedure.
  • Awareness among treating surgeons is crucial for timely diagnosis and management.
  • Revision surgery is the treatment approach for these ruptures.