Tendon end separation with loading in an Achilles tendon repair model: comparison of non-absorbable vs. absorbable sutures

Tendon end separation with loading in an Achilles tendon repair model: comparison of non-absorbable vs. absorbable sutures

Abstract Background Rupture of the Achilles tendon often leads to long-term morbidity, particularly calf weakness associated with tendon elongation. Operative repair of Achilles tendon ruptures leads to reduced tendon elongation. Tendon lengthening is a key problem in the restoration of function fol...

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Main Authors: Michael R. Carmont, Jan Herman Kuiper, Karin Grävare Silbernagel, Jón Karlsson, Katarina Nilsson-Helander
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2017-07-01
Series:Journal of Experimental Orthopaedics
Subjects:
Tendon rupture
Suture
Biomechanical
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40634-017-0101-9

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