Criteria used in the definition of major and minor complications
| Major complications | Minor complications |
|---|---|
| Tendon rerupture | Muscle atrophy |
| Deep infection | Superficial infection |
| Tendon adhesions | Abnormal wound healing (eg, keloid) |
| Persistent functional/neurological deficit | Weakness/limited ROM |
| Thrombophlebitis/compartment syndrome | Minor (symptomatic) oedema |
| Wound slough | Scar adhesions |
ROM, range of motion.