Atar D, Lehman W B, Grant A D, Strongwater A M
Children's Orthopedic and Arthritis Institute, Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, New York.
Clin Orthop Relat Res. 1991 Mar(264):267-9.
Massive scarring of the Z-lengthened flexor digitorum and flexor hallucis longus is a constant finding in clubfoot surgery. A method of fractional lengthening of the tendons is described. This method has been proven effective in preventing this complication.