Single-Stage Reconstruction of the Flexor Mechanism of the Fingers with a Free Vascularized Tendon Flap: Case Report

ABSTRACT

The reconstruction of the flexor tendon in zones I and II of a ring finger in a single stage, using a free vascularized tendon graft, is reported in a single clinical case. The flexor digitorum superficialis (FDS) tendon of the same finger was freely transferred based on a vascular branch off the ulnar vessels. The ulnar artery was reconstructed with an end-to-end anastomosis, and the free flap was connected to the superficial palmar arch. The functional result was satisfactory.

KEYWORDS

Vascularized tendon graft - free flap - flexor tendon reconstruction

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