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Forty three out of 62 tetraplegic patients operated on in Sweden during 1970 to 1984 with various reconstructive procedures in the arm and hand have been re-examined. The results show that reconstruction of elbow extensor, key grip and finger flexor are all very valuable procedures if performed on correct indications. All but 4 patients improved by surgery and in many instances the surgical treatment facilitated return to work.
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Ejeskär, A., Dahllöf, A. Results of reconstructive surgery in the upper limb of tetraplegic patients. Spinal Cord 26, 204–208 (1988). https://doi.org/10.1038/sc.1988.32
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