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This Concept Map, created with IHMC CmapTools, has information related to: Septic Tendonitis - Infected tendon removal, Septic tendonitis Infected tendon removal (mouse over) STEP 1 The initial step involves making a skin incision from the middle of the bulbs of the heel to the midpoint of the dew claw., Care should be taken not to inadvertently open the adjacent digital flexor tendon sheath of the neighboring digit. It is not necessary to suture the wound of the tendon sheath. STEP 6 The incision site is also drained, dressed, and bandaged. A secure bandage using sterile dressing material is applied, and hyperextension prophylaxis is administered. The first change of the bandage should occur 2-3 days after the surgery, with complete wound granulation expected within 2-3 weeks., The initial step involves making a skin incision from the middle of the bulbs of the heel to the midpoint of the dew claw. STEP 2 This incision is then carefully extended, closely following the axis of the dew claw, for approximately 8 to 10 centimeters proximal to the dew claw of the affected digit., The opened tendon sheath is thoroughly flushed and left open to facilitate drainage. Following debridement and lavage, it's possible to insert an indwelling passive or active drain, which can remain in place until approximately 5 days after the surgery. This aids in post-surgery drainage. STEP 5 Care should be taken not to inadvertently open the adjacent digital flexor tendon sheath of the neighboring digit. It is not necessary to suture the wound of the tendon sheath., Subsequently, the fascia and the DFTS (Digital Flexor Tendon Sheath) wall are incised along the entire length of the flexor tendon sheath. A comprehensive resection of both the deep and superficial digital flexor tendons is performed, and any fibrin and necrotic tissue are removed. STEP 4 The opened tendon sheath is thoroughly flushed and left open to facilitate drainage. Following debridement and lavage, it's possible to insert an indwelling passive or active drain, which can remain in place until approximately 5 days after the surgery. This aids in post-surgery drainage., This incision is then carefully extended, closely following the axis of the dew claw, for approximately 8 to 10 centimeters proximal to the dew claw of the affected digit. STEP 3 Subsequently, the fascia and the DFTS (Digital Flexor Tendon Sheath) wall are incised along the entire length of the flexor tendon sheath. A comprehensive resection of both the deep and superficial digital flexor tendons is performed, and any fibrin and necrotic tissue are removed.