Etymed
tenorrhaphy
Definition
Surgical suturing or repair of a tendon
Clinical context
A 28-year-old construction worker presents after his hand became caught in a machine, resulting in a complete rupture of the flexor tendons of the fingers. He requires surgical intervention to restore function. The procedure involves precise suturing of the torn tendon ends to facilitate proper healing and restoration of grip strength.
Mnemonic
Tendon repair = T-enorrhaphy (think 'T' for tendon, 'surgical suture' sounds like 'suture')