Center for Anatomy and Cell Biology (Division of Anatomy), Department of Orthopedics and Trauma-Surgery (Division of Orthopedics, Division of Trauma-Surgery)
Position: Research Assistant
ORCID: 0009-0004-2655-4965
T +43 1 6605821900
tobias.duerlinger@meduniwien.ac.at
Keywords
Anatomy; Arthroscopy; Foot; Hand; Musculoskeletal System; Peripheral Nerves; Radiology; Tendons
Research interests
My research focuses on the anatomy, imaging, and management of upper and lower extremity trauma and pathologies, with particular emphasis on hand surgery, peripheral nerve surgery, and anatomic variation in musculoskeletal structures.
In the field of hand surgery, my research centers on extensor tendon injuries and carpal pathology. I am currently involved in a large-scale monocentric study on operative versus non-operative treatment of bony mallet finger injuries. I have also contributed to a case report on arthroscopic management of lunate pseudarthrosis, addressing a rare condition and exploring minimally invasive treatment strategies.
In the field of peripheral nerve surgery, I recently developed a novel surgical technique for the management of recurrent Morton’s neuroma using muscle cuff regenerative peripheral nerve interface (MC-RPNI) principles—representing a new application of this reconstructive approach. I am currently preparing a case report and technical guide to describe this technique in detail.
My anatomical work focuses on the lunate bone, particularly its morphology and variations in vascular supply, as well as the radiographic prediction of lunate type using fluoroscopy, 3D radiography, and CTD analysis in body donor hands.
Techniques, methods & infrastructure
I take a multidisciplinary approach that integrates anatomic dissection, advanced imaging modalities—including 7 Tesla MRI of the hand— and clinical evaluation to better understand complex conditions and optimize patient outcomes.
Through this combination of clinical, radiologic, and anatomical research, I aim to contribute evidence-based advancements that improve diagnostic accuracy, guide individualized treatment planning, and refine surgical techniques in extremity care
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Tobias-Duerlinger?ev=hdr_xprf
Selected publications
- (POSTER) Palmaris accessorius profundus muscle - a rare variation (Giorgi Didava, Paata Pruidze, Tobias Dürlinger, Andreas Langa, Wolfgang Weninger) http://dx.doi.org/10.13140/RG.2.2.12170.58561