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APB Transfer Stabilizes Chronic Thumb RCL

Case report describes return to activity and improved stability after tendon reconstruction

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    Study on chronic radial collateral ligament injuries in the thumb.

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    Used modified abductor pollicis brevis tendon transfer.

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    Improved stability and alignment observed in patients.

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    20° reduction in joint flexion noted.

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    Procedure performed under wide-awake local anesthesia.

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    Patients resumed daily activities after recovery.

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    Study limitations include small sample size.

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    Results suggest effective reconstructive alternative.

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APB Transfer Stabilizes Chronic Thumb RCL

  • by Andrea Surnit

  • April 6, 2026

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