Extensor Pollicis Longus Tendon Rupture after Non-Displaced Extra-Articular Distal Radius Fracture: A Case Report25
- Open Journal of Orthopedics, 2020, 10, 6-12 : 6-12
Résumé
Background: Spontaneous tendon rupture of hand is not frequent. These
ruptures can occur after a fracture. Aim: We report a case of spontaneous
rupture of extensor pollicis longus tendon, and describe the treatment. Case
presentation: We report the case of a 63-year-old woman who had extensor
pollicis longus tendon rupture after non-displaced extra-articular distal radius
fracture, treated by wrist circular cast immobilization. Extensor indicis proprius
tendon transfer was performed, with an excellent functional result. Conclusion:
Extensor pollicis longus tendon rupture can occur after non-displaced
extra-articular distal radius fracture. Its treatment by tendon transfer helps to
restore function of hand.
Mots-clés
Distal Radius Fracture, Tendon Rupture, Transfer