Abstract

Flexor tendon injuries cause a particularly disabling compromise of prehensile function. Repair requires a strong collagen ‘callus' able to resist powerful muscle traction yet not obstruct gliding planes. Knowledge of tendon micro-anatomy and nutrition has undergone considerable recent change allowing new techniques of repair.

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