Tendon transfer via self-made nonproprietary external button: Technique paper and case series

• Published in: Foot & ankle surgery (New York, N.Y.) Vol. 2; no. 4; p. 100246
• Main Authors: Cook, Helene R., McKeon, Kelly, Proal, Joshua D., Garada, Firras, Atves, Jayson N.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier Inc 2022; Elsevier
• Subjects: Anterior tibial tendon; External button; Limb salvage; Tendon transfer; Varus deformity; Anterior tibial tendon; Limb salvage; Tendon transfer; Varus deformity; External button; 4
• ISSN: 2667-3967; 2667-3967
• DOI: 10.1016/j.fastrc.2022.100246

Tendon transfers are a versatile surgical procedure for correcting deformities in and about the foot and ankle. The purpose of these procedures can include improving a lost function, strengthening a weakened or damaged tendon, and ultimately help produce a biomechanically stable foot and ankle. There have been various fixation types proposed for these tendon transfers including most commonly the use of bone anchors and interference screws. In this study, we present a novel technique for an inexpensive, technically simple, and convenient use of a non-proprietary external button for primary or secondary fixation of tendon transfers. We also report on a case series of patients who have undergone this technique.