Correction of constriction rings

J Hand Surg Am. 1991 Sep;16(5):947-53. doi: 10.1016/s0363-5023(10)80166-2.

Abstract

A refinement in the correction of deep and shallow constriction rings, in which subcutaneous fat and fascial flaps are advanced into the defect to prevent recurrent contour deformities, is presented. A straight-line dorsal closure is preferred, with Z-plasties placed along the side of the digits, forearm, or arm. Long-term follow-up is presented in 58 patients with 116 constriction rings corrected by either traditional serial Z-plasties of skin (n = 61 rings) or this new method of contour correction (n = 55 rings). Specific correction of soft tissue is recommended when tissue is available.

MeSH terms

  • Adipose Tissue / surgery
  • Amniotic Band Syndrome / surgery*
  • Fingers / surgery*
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Forearm / surgery*
  • Hand Deformities, Congenital / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Surgical Flaps*
  • Time Factors
  • Tissue Expansion