A novel method for reducing gap formation in tendon repair.
biomechanical · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.jor.2018.01.054 and PMC identifier 5895936.
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Abstract
This study investigates gap formation in tendon repair using a novel tensioning method. The novel stitch will demonstrate less gap formation than the other suture configurations tested. 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. The Tension-Assist Loop group produced significantly less gap formation than each of the other stitch groups. Decreasing early gap formation may be beneficial in allowing early rehabilitation and range of motion.