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J Hand Microsurg 2020; 12(02): 123-124
DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1688679
DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1688679
Case Report
An Unusual Pattern of Closed Flexor Tendon Avulsion
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Abstract
Closed avulsion of both flexor tendons is an uncommon injury pattern. We discuss a classic rugby jersey injury that resulted in avulsion of both flexor tendons with the flexor digitorum superficialis (FDS) avulsion incorporating a large fracture of the middle phalanx. To our knowledge, this pattern has been described only once in the literature. We propose a modification to the flexor tendon avulsion classification allowing incorporation of this injury pattern to help guide its management.
Publication History
Article published online:
26 June 2019
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