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Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis Tendon Transfer for Thumb and Finger Flexion Reconstruction after Failed Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis Motor Branch Transfer in a Tetraplegic Patient

Jayme A. BERTELLI

Department of Traumatology and Orthopedics, Governador Celso Ramos Hospital, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil

Department of Surgery, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, Brazil

E-mail Address: drbertelli@gmail.com

Correspondence to: Jayme A. Bertelli, Rua Newton Ramos 70, Apto 901, Florianópolis, Santa Catarina, 88015395 Brazil.

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Christopher S. CROWE

Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA

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https://doi.org/10.1142/S2424835524720135Cited by:1 (Source: Crossref)

Abstract

Distal nerve transfers can restore precise motor control in tetraplegic patients. When nerve transfers are not successful, tendon transfers may be used for subsequent reconstruction. In this case, an extensor carpi radialis brevis (ECRB) tendon transfer was used to restore thumb and finger flexion following an unsuccessful ECRB to anterior interosseous nerve transfer in a young tetraplegic patient. Twelve months following tendon transfer, the patient demonstrated functional grip and pinch strength and was using both hands for daily activities.

Level of Evidence: Level V (Therapeutic)

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