Using Extensor Retinaculum to Reconstruct the Thumb Metacarpophalangeal Joint Ulnar Collateral Ligament

We describe a technique for reconstruction that utilizes a slip of the extensor retinaculum for reconstruction. The advantages of extensor retinaculum as a graft choice are that it matches the native ligament with a synovial and nonsynovial surface, has elasticity similar to the ligament and minimal donor site morbidity. Reconstruction of the ulnar collateral ligament with this graft successfully restores pinch.

Source: Techniques in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery - September 1, 2021 Category: Surgery Tags: Techniques Source Type: research