Multiple triggering in a girl with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome: case report

J Hand Surg Am. 2010 Oct;35(10):1675-7. doi: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2010.06.023. Epub 2010 Sep 16.

Abstract

We report a case of multiple triggering associated with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. We postulate that the propensity for tendon degeneration in Ehlers-Danlos syndrome coupled with repetitive microtrauma might lead to fraying of the tendon fibers and, consequently, triggering. Indeed, in our case, debridement of the tendons rather than resection of A1 pulley resulted in a good long-term functional outcome 2 years after surgery.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome / complications*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Trigger Finger Disorder / etiology*
  • Trigger Finger Disorder / surgery*