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A local anesthetic is used for the surgical procedure performed on an outpatient basis. An incision is made by a surgeon in the palm of the hand at the base of the affected finger or thumb to relieve the constriction of the tendon.

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In severe cases that do not respond to injections and the finger or thumb remains in a locked position, surgery may be required to relieve the symptoms

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If the bone at the top of the finger has sustained a large fracture, surgery may necessary.

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