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The use of Teno Fix tendon repair device in a patient with multiple flexor tendon ruptures

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Journal of Hand and Microsurgery

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Abstract

Flexor tendon laceration repairs remain challenging despite numerous advances in hand surgery. Although progress on this vital subject matter has been achieved, there continues to be discussion over which surgical technique produces the optimal result. Currently there are several recommended surgical repair options for the lacerated flexor tendon. However, these repairs continue to have possible significant complications including adhesions, decreased range of motion, gapping, and post operative rupture. Stainless steel suture has long been known as an option for flexor tendon repair. Stainless steel suture demonstrates one of the highest tensile strength sutures. However until recently, stainless steel suture placement for flexor tendon repairs was technically problematic. This case study discusses an additional option for repairing lacerated flexor tendons using an advanced stainless steel tendon repair system.

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  1. Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, St. Luke’s Hospital, 915 East First Street, Duluth, MN, 55805, USA

    Wade Daniel Kubat

  2. Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University, The Philadelphia Hand Center, 834 Chesnut Street, Suite G114, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA

    John Hsu, Anahita Azharian & Mark Rekant

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Kubat, W.D., Hsu, J., Azharian, A. et al. The use of Teno Fix tendon repair device in a patient with multiple flexor tendon ruptures. J Hand Microsurg 2, 28–30 (2010). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12593-010-0004-9

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