22 Compartment Syndrome
Eric Lukosius and Kenneth F. Taylor Abstract Compartment syndrome in the upper extremity is a rare but potentially devastating condition resulting from a wide variety of insults that cause expansion…
20 Vascular Pathology of the Hand and Upper Extremities, including Kienbock’s Disease
Ariel Williams and Lauren Lee Smith Abstract Vascular pathology in the hand and upper extremity encompasses a broad range of conditions, some resulting in carpal osteonecrosis and mechanical wrist pain,…
21 Digital Replantation and Revascularization
Alexandra Tilt and Mitchell A. Pet Abstract Digital replantation and revascularization are technically challenging procedures which present with little warning. In this time-pressured situation, attention to Advanced Trauma Life Support…
18 Compression Neuropathies
Tyler Pidgeon, Samir Sabharwal, and Erica Taylor Abstract Peripheral nerve compression represents one of the most common reasons for presentation to hand surgery clinic. The most common peripheral nerve entrapment…
10 Osteoarthritis of the Wrist and Hand
Brittany Homcha and Kenneth F. Taylor Abstract Osteoarthritis of the wrist and hand involves progressive destruction of articular cartilage and associated subchondral bony changes including sclerosis, cystic degeneration, and osteophyte…
13 Infection
R. Timothy Kreulen and Dawn LaPorte Abstract Infections in the hand are a common and diverse group of conditions. The physician’s evaluation begins with an overall assessment of the patient,…
17 Nerve Palsies and Tendon/Nerve Transfers for Injuries at or Distal to the Elbow
Roshan T. Melvani and Aviram M. Giladi Abstract Tendon transfers are utilized to reestablish balance to a disabled, damaged, or devoid neuromuscular-motor unit. They are indicated for rejuvenation of muscular…
15 Extensor Tendon Injury, Repair, and Reconstruction
Viviana Serra López, Adnan N. Cheema, and David J. Bozentka Abstract Extensor tendons are susceptible to injury because of their superficial location. Along with ligamentous structures and intrinsic musculature, they…
12 Tendinitis, Tendinosis, and Dupuytren’s Contracture
Noah Raizman Abstract Tendinitis refers to acute inflammation due to acute damage or overuse. Tendinosis refers to chronic, often attritional damage due to overuse, abnormal anatomy, or degenerative conditions. There…
14 Flexor Tendon Injury, Repair, and Reconstruction
Nicole Schroeder Abstract Flexor tendon lacerations are disabling injuries that require surgeons to have an indepth comprehension of anatomy, surgical techniques, and dedicated rehabilitation protocols in order to optimize functional…
