Comparison of the Wide-Awake Approach and Conventional Approach in Extensor Indicis Proprius–to–Extensor Pollicis Longus Tendon Transfer for Chronic Extensor Pollicis Longus Rupture

Conclusion: Compared with the conventional approach, the wide-awake approach showed significantly better results in the thumb’s range of motion and functional outcomes, especially in the early postoperative periods. CLINICAL QUESTION/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Therapeutic, III.
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Hand/Peripheral Nerve: Original Articles Source Type: research