Closed flexor pulley rupture of the thumb: case report and review of literature

Hand Surg. 2009;14(2-3):139-42. doi: 10.1142/S0218810409004384.

Abstract

Closed flexor pulley rupture of the thumb is extremely rare. We report a case with this condition. The anatomic and biomechanical studies, clinical and operative finding as well as the management of the closed flexor pulley rupture of the thumb are discussed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Fibrosis
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Middle Aged
  • Rupture
  • Suture Techniques
  • Tendon Injuries / surgery*
  • Tendons / pathology
  • Tendons / surgery
  • Thumb / injuries*
  • Thumb / surgery*