Tendon-muscle transposition in severe irreversible damage to the radial nerve: surgical technique and clinical practice

Abstract

Early results of tendon-muscle transposition in severe irreversible damage of the radial nerve were evaluated. The study included 11 patients with paralysis of the hand and fingers extensors due to various injuries of the radial nerve. Treatment results were assessed after 6‒12 months using Moussavi et al. classification. The range of motion of extension of the hand, fingers, abduction and extension of the thumb were taken into account. The following data were obtained: excellent results were observed in 4 patients, good — in 7 patients. There were no satisfactory or bad results. Tendon-muscular transposition in the absence of clinical and electrophysiological recovery of radial nerve is a highly effective method of orthopedic correction that helps restore hand function and return functionality to patients.