Use of the latissimus dorsi muscle to restore elbow flexion in arthrogryposis.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
The successful use of ipsilateral pedicle latissimus dorsi muscle to restore elbow flexion in a child with arthrogryposis multiplex congenita is described. In appropriately selected patients, use of the latissimus dorsi muscle for elbow flexor reconstruction is a strong, reliable flexorplasty without significant donor-site morbidity.
Medical subject headings
- Arthrogryposis
- Elbow Joint
- Muscle, Skeletal
Anatomy
- elbow