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Title: Bilateral congenital hypoplasia of the extensor tendons of the hand: a case report. Author: Tungshusakul S, Leechavengvongs S, Uerpairojkit C. Journal: Hand Surg; 2011; 16(1):77-80. PubMed ID: 21348036. Abstract: Congenital hypoplasia of the extensor tendons, which is defined as a congenital anomaly of the hand involving the extensor mechanism, is a rare condition and there are few previous reports in literature. We reported a case of bilateral congenital hypoplasia of the extensor tendons in a 12-year-old boy who presented with inability to extend his middle and ring fingers treated by the flexor carpi radialis tendon transfers.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]