Delayed rupture of all finger flexor tendons (excluding thumb) following nonoperative treatment of Colles' fracture: A case report and literature review

AimsWe report a case of delayed all digital flexor tendon ruptures after nonoperative management of distal radius fracture.MethodsAn 84-year-old woman, noted loss of flexion of your fingers. She had a history of Colles' fracture 40 years before, which had been left untreated. Darrach procedure were carried and a tendon transfers for the flexor tendon ruptures.ResultsDespite attempts of early active mobilisation, a poor operative outcome was observed.ConclusionTendon rupture can occur several months or years after the injury, and prompt recognition and treatment can minimize disability.