Outpatient Percutaneous Release of Trigger Finger: A Cost Effective and Safe Procedure
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Outpatient Percutaneous Release of Trigger Finger: A Cost Effective and Safe Procedure
INTRODUCTION Trigger finger is a common cause of pain and disability of the hand. Percutaneous release results in earlier functional recovery and patient satisfaction. This is a rapid and cost-effective method which saves a surgical procedure and results in better functional outcome. MATERIALS AND METHODS This is a prospective observational study conducted on fifty-two fingers and thumbs in 5...
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عنوان ژورنال: Malaysian Orthopaedic Journal
سال: 2017
ISSN: 1985-2533,2232-111X
DOI: 10.5704/moj.1703.021