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Review
. 2008 Apr;121(4 Suppl):1-12.
doi: 10.1097/01.prs.0000305927.51554.fb.

MOC-PS(SM) CME article: treatment of flexor tendon laceration

Max Lehfeldt  1 , Edward Ray, Randy Sherman
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Review

MOC-PS(SM) CME article: treatment of flexor tendon laceration

Max Lehfeldt et al. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2008 Apr.

Abstract

Learning objectives: After studying this article, the participant should be able to: 1. Understand the preoperative assessment of the patient who presents with a flexor tendon laceration. 2. Understand the surgical options for flexor tendon lacerations based on location, type, and presence of concomitant injuries. 3. Understand the appropriate postsurgical treatment and therapy. 4. Understand the expected outcomes of operative repair and potential complications.

Background: Flexor tendon laceration is one of the injuries most commonly encountered by the hand surgeon. Appropriate workup, treatment, and postsurgical therapy are essential to achieving favorable outcomes.

Methods: The current literature on each aspect of acute flexor tendon injury diagnosis and repair was reviewed.

Conclusions: A systematic approach to the evaluation and treatment of flexor tendon lacerations should adhere to basic principles of hand surgery with the intention of minimizing complications and offering patients the greatest chance of functional recovery.

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