Congenital dislocation of the extensor tendon of the hand

J Plast Surg Hand Surg. 2012 Dec;46(6):447-9. doi: 10.3109/2000656X.2012.636971.

Abstract

Congenital dislocation of the extensor tendon is extremely rare. We report a case of bilateral dislocations in an 8-year-old boy, which were treated successfully with reconstruction of the sagittal band. We describe the technique and 18 months' result.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Joint Dislocations / congenital
  • Joint Dislocations / surgery*
  • Male
  • Metacarpophalangeal Joint / physiopathology
  • Metacarpophalangeal Joint / surgery
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures / methods*
  • Recovery of Function
  • Surgical Flaps / blood supply*
  • Tendon Injuries / congenital*
  • Tendon Injuries / surgery*
  • Treatment Outcome