Figure 1From: Atraumatic Flexor tendon retrieval- a simple method The proximal end of the retracted tendon is delivered outside the skin. The suction catheter is passed through the tendon sheath and it is ready to be used as a tunnel under the pulley system. The permanent half modified Kessler suture is placed in the proximal tendon end with 3–0 polypropylene suture.Back to article page