Flexor digitorum superficialis tendon transfer to extensor pollicis longus in the absence of palmaris longus tendon: a wide-awake anaesthesia approach

ConclusionsThe FDS ring finger transfer to EPL in the absence of the palmaris longus tendon proves to be an effective surgical approach, yielding favorable outcomes. Wide-awake anesthesia with no tourniquet offers advantages such as intraoperative tension adjustment and enables patient participation in rehabilitation, thereby enhancing surgeon confidence for initiating early rehabilitation.Level of Evidence:Level IV, therapeutic study.
Source: European Journal of Plastic Surgery - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Source Type: research