The V-sling: a modified medial intermuscular septal sling for anterior transposition of the ulnar nerve.

Tan, Virak; Pope, Jeff; Daluiski, Aaron; Capo, John T; Weiland, Andrew J · J Hand Surg Am · 2004

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Abstract

Subcutaneous anterior ulnar nerve transposition has been advocated by many surgeons as simple and effective. Techniques to maintain the nerve anterior to the medial epicondyle include subcutaneous pocket, subcutaneous-fascia tunnel, and fascial and fasciodermal sling. We describe a modified technique that uses the medial intermuscular septum as a sling to allow a more gentle transition of the ulnar nerve as it enters into the flexor carpi ulnaris muscle belly.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy