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Pseudotendon formation after flexor tendon injury.

M I Kulick, E S Kilgore, W L Newmeyer

    The Journal of Hand Surgery
    |September 1, 1985
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    Scar tissue can form a "pseudotendon" after flexor tendon injury, appearing gray and dull. This pseudotendon lacks strength and requires surgical repair like tendon grafting for functional recovery.

    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedic surgery
    • Regenerative medicine
    • Biomaterials science

    Background:

    • Flexor tendon injuries often result in significant functional deficits.
    • Biologic repair mechanisms can lead to scar tissue formation.
    • Understanding scar tissue properties is crucial for effective treatment.

    Observation:

    • Scar tissue can bridge divided flexor tendons, creating a structure termed a "pseudotendon".
    • Intraoperative differentiation of pseudotendons from normal tendons is possible.
    • Pseudotendons exhibit a distinct light gray color and lack a glistening surface compared to normal tendons.

    Findings:

    • Pseudotendons represent a biologic reconstitution of tendon defects by scar tissue.
    • The tensile strength of pseudotendons is significantly inferior to that of native tendons.

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  • This reduced mechanical integrity compromises functional restoration.

    • Implications:

    • Pseudotendons necessitate surgical intervention for restoring hand function.
    • Tendon grafting or tendon transfer are viable surgical options to replace deficient pseudotendons.
    • Accurate intraoperative assessment is key to appropriate treatment planning for flexor tendon injuries.