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[Trigger thumb in the child]

G Mark1, H F Büchel

  • 1Handchirurgischen Dienst der Chirurgischen Klinik, Rätisches Kantons-und Regionalspital Chur.

Handchirurgie, Mikrochirurgie, Plastische Chirurgie : Organ Der Deutschsprachigen Arbeitsgemeinschaft Fur Handchirurgie : Organ Der Deutschsprachigen Arbeitsgemeinschaft Fur Mikrochirurgie Der Peripheren Nerven Und Gefasse : Organ Der V
|March 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

Trigger thumb, a common condition in adult women, also affects children. Early surgical release is recommended for children over six months, while younger infants have a 30% chance of spontaneous recovery.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Orthopedics
  • Hand Surgery

Background:

  • Trigger thumb (stenosing tenosynovitis) is frequently observed in adult women over 50.
  • It is also occasionally seen in infants and young children, often misdiagnosed as acute distortions or subluxations.
  • Pediatric specialists may not be familiar with this condition, leading to delayed diagnosis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the clinical findings and therapeutic approaches for trigger thumb in children.
  • To compare the study's results with existing literature on pediatric trigger thumb.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical findings in pediatric patients with trigger thumb.
  • Analysis of treatment outcomes, including surgical release and conservative management.
  • Comparison with published data on trigger thumb in children.

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Main Results:

  • Spontaneous recovery occurs in approximately 30% of infants under six months of age.
  • Early surgical release of the A1 pulley is the preferred treatment for children over six months.
  • Accurate diagnosis and timely intervention are crucial for optimal outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • Trigger thumb in children requires specific diagnostic and therapeutic considerations.
  • While conservative management may suffice for very young infants, surgical intervention is often necessary for older children.
  • Increased awareness among pediatric specialists can improve patient management and outcomes.