Reconstruction of a Leddy and Packer Type Va flexor digitorum profundus avulsion with a novel technique.

Hourston, George Jm; Chan, Julia; McKee, Andrew · J Hand Surg Eur Vol · 2025

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

We describe a novel technique for reconstructing a Leddy and Packer type Va flexor digitorum profundus avulsion using a K-wire to stabilize the extra-articular component and as a post for suture repair of the avulsed fragment.<b>Level of evidence:</b> V.

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