Dorsal dislocation of the lunate with multiple extensor tendon ruptures

J Hand Surg Am. 1990 Jan;15(1):132-3. doi: 10.1016/s0363-5023(09)91120-0.

Abstract

An old dorsal lunate dislocation with associated multiple extensor tendon ruptures is described. Treatment consisted of proximal row carpectomy and transfer of the extensor indicis proprius to the distal stumps of the ruptured extensor tendons to the long, ring, and small fingers.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Humans
  • Joint Dislocations / surgery*
  • Male
  • Rupture
  • Tendon Injuries / surgery*
  • Tendon Transfer*
  • Wrist Injuries / surgery*