Flexor Pollicis Longus Tendon Rupture in the Rheumatoid Patient (Mannerfelt Syndrome): Evaluation and Surgical Management
This video discusses management of FPL rupture in the rheumatoid patient. The author's preferred technique is FDS to FPL tendon transfer combined with open carpal tunnel release and flexor tenosynovectomy.
Orthopaedic surgeon, fellowship trained in hand, wrist, shoulder and elbow surgery, treating upper extremity injuries for patients of all ages. Accepting New Patients: (617) 965-HAND (4263).
Clinical faculty member at Tufts University School of Medicine, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
In this video, a vascularized distal radius bone graft and spanning plate for the management of Kienbock's disease is visually explained and discussed.
This discussion of tendon imbalances focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of mallet finger and swan neck deformity and includes discussion of pertinent anatomy, classification system, causes, clinical evaluation, and treatment options.
