Fractional lengthening of the flexor tendons in clubfoot surgery

D. Atar; W. B. Lehman; A. D. Grant; A. M. Strongwater

doi:10.1097/00003086-199103000-00033

Fractional lengthening of the flexor tendons in clubfoot surgery

D. Atar, W. B. Lehman, A. D. Grant, A. M. Strongwater

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Abstract

Massive scarring of the Z-lengthened flexor digitorum and flexor hallucis longus is a constant finding in clubfoot surgery. A method of fractional lengthening of the tendons is described. This method has been proven effective in preventing this complication.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	267-269
Number of pages	3
Journal	Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
Volume	264
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1097/00003086-199103000-00033
State	Published - 1 Jan 1991
Externally published	Yes

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Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

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Fractional lengthening of the flexor tendons in clubfoot surgery

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