Orthopedic applications of acellular human dermal allograft for shoulder and elbow surgery.
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Abstract
Shoulder and elbow tendon injuries are some of the most challenging problems to treat surgically. Tendon repairs in the upper extremity can be complicated by poor tendon quality and, often times, poor healing. Extracellular matrices, such as human dermal allografts, have been used to augment tendon repairs in shoulder and elbow surgery. The indications and surgical techniques regarding the use of human dermal allograft continue to evolve. This article reviews the basic science, rationale for use, and surgical applications of human dermal allograft in shoulder and elbow tendon injuries.
Medical subject headings
- Acellular Dermis
- Elbow Joint
- Shoulder Joint
- Skin Transplantation
- Tendon Injuries
- Tendons
Anatomy
- shoulder
- elbow