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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Hand Surgery
  • Anatomy

Background:

  • Trigger finger release is common but can lead to complications like relapse or bowstringing due to improper technique.
  • Difficulty in visualizing the A1 and A2 pulleys and their transition increases the risk of surgical errors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a safe, effective, and reproducible surgical technique for A1 pulley release in trigger finger.
  • To improve visualization and reduce complications associated with trigger finger release surgery.

Main Methods:

  • The technique involves sharply incising the A1 pulley proximally, leveraging its anatomical contiguity with the volar plate.
  • Adequacy of release is assessed by visualizing the synovial side of the A1 pulley where it meets the volar plate.

Main Results:

  • This method enhances visualization of the A1 pulley's borders, particularly on the synovial side.
  • Ensures complete A1 pulley release, preventing recurrence of triggering and avoiding A2 pulley release complications.

Conclusions:

  • The described technique provides a clear and reproducible method for A1 pulley release.
  • It minimizes risks of incomplete release and associated complications, leading to better patient outcomes.