Bilateral spontaneous extensor tendon ruptures in Madelung's deformity.

Jebson, P J; Blair, W F · J Hand Surg Am · 1992

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Rupture of finger extensor tendons by attrition is an extremely rare complication of Madelung's deformity. We report a case of bilateral rupture in a previously symptom-free woman. The dorsally subluxed distal ulna was resected to prevent further rupture. The mechanism of injury, clinical and radiographic features, and treatment of this uncommon complication are reviewed.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy