Evaluation of the use of Autologous Vein Graft for tendon sheath defects in Primary Flexor Tendon repair in zone II

Abstract

Hands are frequently exposed to injuries during daily working hours which might affect its function. Flexor tendon injuries of the hand result in loss of function. The main goal of surgery is to restore function, and avoid the occurrence of postoperative restrictive adhesions. Primary repair of the injured flexor tendons remains the gold standard for regaining satisfactory digital function. However, in spite of careful primary treatment, the tendon and its gliding bed may be damaged so that a healing complex of scar develops and function is lost.