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Infection following pulp pull-through technique of flexor tendon grafting
The Journal of Hand Surgery
|November 1, 1981
Summary
A flexor tendon graft anchored to the nail caused a pulp space abscess and sinus tract. Surgical drainage and sinus tract excision successfully treated this complication.
Area of Science:
- Hand surgery
- Infectious disease
Background:
- Flexor tendon grafts are used in hand reconstruction.
- Complications can arise from graft anchoring procedures.
Observation:
- A sinus tract and abscess developed in the pulp space.
- This occurred after anchoring a flexor tendon graft to the distal nail.
Findings:
- The complication involved infection at the graft site.
- Abscess drainage and sinus tract excision were performed.
Implications:
- Prompt recognition and surgical intervention are crucial for managing such infections.
- This case highlights potential risks associated with flexor tendon graft procedures.
