tenotomy
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It is probable, therefore, that the faulty effect of simple tenotomy in permanent absolute divergent squint depends on other causes, which, in my opinion, are to be found in the obliques.
From Schweigger on Squint A Monograph by Dr. C. Schweigger by C. Schweigger
Preliminary tenotomy of the shortened tendons is required in some cases.
From Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities—Head—Neck. Sixth Edition. by Alexander Miles
At the end of May, 1879, shortening of the left internal rectus, tenotomy of both externi.
From Schweigger on Squint A Monograph by Dr. C. Schweigger by C. Schweigger
In case of further failure there is a reserve of certain special operations which have been tried and recommended, among which those of cunean tenotomy, periosteotomy, the division of nervous branches, etc., may be mentioned.
From Special Report on Diseases of the Horse by Charles B. Michener
On the other hand, the combination of tenotomy of the internal rectus with advancement of the external rectus enables us successfully to change the opposing muscular tensions.
From Schweigger on Squint A Monograph by Dr. C. Schweigger by C. Schweigger
I very rarely therefore carry out repeated tenotomies; it seems to me much more desirable to obtain a sufficient result at one operation whenever that is possible.
From Schweigger on Squint A Monograph by Dr. C. Schweigger by C. Schweigger
In such cases I would not advise repeated tenotomies, but for the correction of the insufficient result as soon as possible by advancement of the antagonist.
From Schweigger on Squint A Monograph by Dr. C. Schweigger by C. Schweigger
Advocates of tenotomies, likewise, are to be found.
From Lameness of the Horse Veterinary Practitioners' Series, No. 1 by John Victor Lacroix
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