A Neglected Extensor Hallucis Longus Tendon Rupture Caused by Arthritic Adhesion
Extensor hallucis longus tendon injury is relatively rare and is principally caused by a laceration when a sharp object is dropped on the instep. Primary suturing is possible if the injury is acute, but if the tear is chronic, tendon contracture causes the space between the edges of the tear to wide...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-06-01
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| Series: | Medicina |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1648-9144/59/6/1069 |