A Novel Method for Reducing Gap Formation in Tendon Repair
Author Type(s)
Student
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
January 2018
DOI
10.1016/j.jor.2018.01.054
Journal Title
Journal of Orthopaedics
Department
Medicine
Abstract
Background: This study investigates gap formation in tendon repair using a novel tensioning method. Hypothesis: The novel stitch will demonstrate less gap formation than the other suture configurations tested. Methods: Porcine tendons stitched with classic Krackow stitch configurations were compared to a Krackow stitch modified with a proximal Tension-Assist Loop. Each group was cyclically loaded followed by analysis of the tendon-suture construct for gap formation. Results: The Tension-Assist Loop group produced significantly less gap formation than each of the other stitch groups. Conclusion: Decreasing early gap formation may be beneficial in allowing early rehabilitation and range of motion.
Recommended Citation
Dean, R., & Sethi, P. (2018). A Novel Method for Reducing Gap Formation in Tendon Repair. Journal of Orthopaedics, 15 (1), 259-263. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jor.2018.01.054
