Primary transfer of extensor hallucis brevis tendon for repair of extensor hallucis longus tendon rupture

Extensor hallucis longus tendon rupture can have a detrimental effect on gait and stability if not treated appropriately. While an end to end anastomosis is the preferred surgical technique, this is not always possible in neglected injuries due to tendon retraction. We present the primary transfer o...

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Main Authors: Elena K. Wellens, DPM, FACFAS, Chirag Soni, DPM, PGY-3, Homyar Karanjia, DPM
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2023-01-01
Series:Foot & Ankle Surgery: Techniques, Reports & Cases
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2667396723000708