Little or Fowler release (Dupuytren's surgery)
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A little finger Dupuytren's fasciectomy (release) has been performed, but the end joint (DIP joint) is still i.e. will not bend |
The dorsal transverse incision is marked |
The skin is spread to expose the underlying extensor (straightening) tendon |
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The extensor tendon is carefully divided |
Full bending (flexion) is regained |
Extension is also maintained |
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