Anatomy of the extensor mechanism of the thumb in relation to the clinical presentation of extensor pollicis longus rupture
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DOI: 10.1007/s00238-019-01575-1
Abstract: Background Extensor pollicis longus (EPL) tendon rupture is a debilitating condition that presents with impaired interphalangeal joint (IPJ) extension. Standard descriptions of EPL function state that it is the sole thumb IPJ extensor. It has… read more here.
Keywords: pollicis longus; rupture; extensor; anatomy ... See more keywords
Flexor Pollicis Longus Tendoscopy.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2016.09.030
Abstract: The deep palmar spaces of the hand include the midpalmar space, the hypothenar space, the thenar space, space of Parona, and the interdigital web spaces. There are various communications between different spaces. These communications are… read more here.
Keywords: pollicis longus; longus tendoscopy; space; flexor pollicis ... See more keywords
Failed Reconstruction of the Extensor Pollicis Longus in a Patient with a Major Variation of the Extensor Indicis Proprius Tendon: A Case Report.
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DOI: 10.1142/s2424835518720062
Abstract: Tendon transfer with extensor indicis proprius (EIP) has been performed widely for reconstructing ruptures of the extensor pollicis longus because of its simplicity and clinical outcome. We experienced a rerupture of the extensor pollicis longus… read more here.
Keywords: pollicis longus; extensor; extensor indicis; indicis proprius ... See more keywords
Subcutaneous Transposition of the Flexor Pollicis Longus: Does It Provide Increased Length for Tendon Repair? A Cadaveric Study
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DOI: 10.1177/1558944719837014
Abstract: Background: Flexor pollicis longus (FPL) tendon lacerations typically occur via sharp mechanisms such as knife injury. When the injury is chronic, it may be difficult to perform a tension free repair, and tendon lengthening may… read more here.
Keywords: pollicis longus; cadaveric study; tendon; repair ... See more keywords
Six-Strand Flexor Pollicis Longus Tendon Repairs With and Without Circumferential Sutures: A Multicenter Study.
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DOI: 10.1177/15589447211057295
Abstract: BACKGROUND The purpose of this study is to assess outcomes in flexor pollicis longus tendon repairs with 6-strand core sutures with and without circumferential sutures. METHODS A 6-strand core suture technique with and without circumferential… read more here.
Keywords: flexor pollicis; longus tendon; circumferential sutures; pollicis longus ... See more keywords
The Variable Insertional Anatomy of the Abductor Pollicis Longus: Functional Relevance and Relationship to Adjacent Thumb Extensors.
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DOI: 10.1177/1558944721999734
Abstract: BACKGROUND The abductor pollicis longus (APL) is classically described as inserting on the base of the first metacarpal. This study analyzed APL insertional anatomy and quantified the size of various elements of the extensor side… read more here.
Keywords: pollicis longus; insertional anatomy; pollicis; anatomy ... See more keywords
Efficacy of Abductor Pollicis Longus Suspension Arthroplasty Combined With Mini TightRope for Osteoarthritis of Thumb Carpometacarpal Joint.
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DOI: 10.1177/15589447221120849
Abstract: BACKGROUND We aimed to evaluate the efficacy of abductor pollicis longus (APL) suspension arthroplasty with trapeziectomy combined with first and second metacarpal fixation using suture button device. METHODS Thirteen patients (14 thumbs) who underwent APL… read more here.
Keywords: pollicis longus; abductor pollicis; efficacy abductor; arthroplasty combined ... See more keywords
Spontaneous Rupture of the Extensor Pollicis Longus Tendon: A Systematic Review.
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DOI: 10.1177/15589447231175513
Abstract: BACKGROUND Extensor pollicis longus (EPL) rupture and tenosynovitis of the third dorsal compartment is often described in association with a history of rheumatoid arthritis or in the setting of a distal radius fracture. However, the… read more here.
Keywords: tenosynovitis third; extensor pollicis; spontaneous rupture; pollicis longus ... See more keywords
Extensor indicis transfer versus palmaris longus transplantation in reconstruction of extensor pollicis longus tendon: a protocol for a systematic review
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DOI: 10.1186/s13643-020-01409-3
Abstract: Abstract This review will provide an overview of published data comparing transposition of the extensor indicis pollicis (EIP) tendon and palmaris longus (PL) tendon grafting in thumb extension reconstruction following loss of the extensor pollicis… read more here.
Keywords: pollicis longus; extensor; extensor indicis; tendon ... See more keywords
Rupture of the Flexor Pollicis Longus Tendon from the Metacarpophalangeal Sesamoid and Joint in a Rheumatoid Patient
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DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.cc.22.00747
Abstract: Case: A 54-year-old woman with rheumatoid arthritis presented with a flexor pollicis longus (FPL) rupture at the level of the metacarpophalangeal joint secondary to attritional damage from metacarpophalangeal (MCP) degenerative changes and exostoses from the… read more here.
Keywords: flexor pollicis; metacarpophalangeal; pollicis longus; tendon ... See more keywords
Ultrasonographic Assessment of the Flexor Pollicis Longus Tendon After Plate Fixation.
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DOI: 10.3928/01477447-20161017-01
Abstract: Rupture of the flexor pollicis longus tendon is a major complication after volar locking plate fixation of distal radius fracture. This study used ultrasonography to assess the flexor pollicis longus tendon and intermediate tissue. The… read more here.
Keywords: pollicis longus; longus tendon; plate; flexor pollicis ... See more keywords