Tactys Operative Technique - Stryker

Operative Technique
X-Ray check
Check that the final implants are
properly positioned using frontal
and lateral X-Rays.
Closure of the
extensor apparatus
Dorsal transtendinous approach*
Reinsert the strip of the extensor
apparatus (Fig.1) without excessive
tension of the latter at the base of P2
using two transosseous holes.
Fig.2 shows reinsertion of the extensor
apparatus without reinsertion of the
central slip.
Fig.1
Fig.2
Chamay approach*
Once the prosthesis is fitted, suture
the extensor using a fairly fine thread
by means of individual, separate
points. 20 to 25 points are generally
required.
After closing up the cutaneous flap,
the finger is bandaged and strapped
to the adjoining digit for immediate
mobilization of the phalanges.
Note:
It is important not to hold the
joint in strict extension.
Chamay approach
* Source: Scientific literature on pg 20
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