Endoscopic Loose Body Removal From Zone 2 Flexor Hallucis Longus Tendon Sheath.

ABSTRACT: Tenosynovial chondromatosis can occur in the flexor hallucis longus tendon sheath. Complete synovectomy and removal of the loose bodies comprise the treatment of choice. An open procedure requires extensive soft-tissue dissection because the flexor hallucis longus tendon is a deep structure except at the hallux. A tendoscopy approach to synovectomy and removal of loose bodies has the advantage of minimally invasive surgery. This technical note outlines pearls and pitfalls and provides a step-by-step guide to performing this procedure.

SUBMITTER: Lui TH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5020525 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature