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Intra-operative image demonstrating ruptures of both flexor digitorum profundus and flexor digitorum superficialis tendons.
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However, a continued restricted movement at the PIPJ led to opening of the A3 pulley where a complete rupture of the FDS tendon was revealed (Figure 1).
2a-c. Illustration of range of movement at 4 months post-surgery.
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He was reviewed in the outpatient clinic at 4 months where he had full movement at the PIPJ and an arc of 20  to 70  of flexion at the DIPJ (Figures 2a-c ).