A Rarely Seen Hyperflexion Deformity of the Distal İnterphalangeal Joints as a Consequence of Partially Lacerated Superficial Flexor Tendons in the Palmar Region
Abstract:We present a 35-year-old female patient with an unusual clinical presentation of partially lacerated superficial flexor tendons of the right hand. Although the superficial tendons were partially lacerated, the distal interphalangeal joints of the third and fourth finger were positioned in hyperflexed condition. This rarely seen examination findings and possible mechanisms were discussed in this study.KEY WORDS: Flexor tendon examination, injury, hand injuries ÖZET: Sağ elinde yüzeyel fleksör tendonlarının kısm… Show more
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