Abstract |
The objective of this paper is to contrast the use of a longitudinal incision in surgical decompression of De Quervain disease with a transverse incision. The advantages are ease in recognition of compartment variations and superficial branches of radial nerve and prevention of palmar tendon subluxation by permitting a more dorsal release of the compartment sheath. Since 2002, we have used a longitudinal skin incision instead of the classic transverse incision to release the first dorsal compartment.
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Authors | Hakan Gundes, Bilgehan Tosun |
Journal | Techniques in hand & upper extremity surgery
(Tech Hand Up Extrem Surg)
Vol. 9
Issue 3
Pg. 149-52
(Sep 2005)
ISSN: 1089-3393 [Print] United States |
PMID | 16175118
(Publication Type: Journal Article)
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Topics |
- Decompression, Surgical
(methods)
- Humans
- Tenosynovitis
(surgery)
- Wrist
(innervation, surgery)
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