Flexor tendon repair in the hand with the mtang technique without. Sue, james chang, in global reconstructive surgery, 2019. Tendons are tough, stretchy tissues that join muscles to bone. To date, there is no final consensus about the ideal suture material in flexor tendon repair but it has been. It requires a strong understanding of the anatomy of the tendon sheath and the normal relationship between the pulleys and the flexor digitorum superficialis and flexor digitorum profundus tendons in the digit. This comprehensive compilation of the suture repair techniques will describe the factors that affect repair success, including repair. Despite the higher associated initial cost, this technique offers the potential. Advancements in core suture techniques will be discussed for tendon laceration repair.
Suite 224a blacksburg, va 24060 54055273 postoperative phase i 24 hours to 34 weeks goals fa br icati o nfcu s tmmm ilizati pli i nst ructi oinprom andptected arom i ncreased tendoexcursio. Milles, md, united states marilyn copeland, md, united states ferris m. The distal biceps brachii tendon is an uncommon site for tendon injury, representing 3% of all injuries of the biceps brachii tendon in the literature 1, 2. Repair of a torn quadriceps tendon is necessary to restore the extensor mechanism of the knee. Achilles tendon repair at the stone clinic is often performed percutaneously following a torn achilles tendon injury. Comparison of achilles tendon suture repair techniques. The repair strength is the most important factor as the main function of the tendon is to transmit force, hence a repair must withstand the high forces applied by early active mobilisation15.
The objective of this paper is to present our experience of management of complete ruptures where surgical repair resulted in good results in both acute and delayed cases. Hamstring strains are one of the most common muscle strains in athletes. Flexor tendon injuries require surgical repair and intensive therapy postoperatively for optimal outcomes. Initially, the strength of tendon repair depends solely on the repair technique 45.
Fourstrand core suture improves flexor tendon repair. In 14 rabbits, the flexor tendons of the third and the fourth digit of the right hind leg were cut and repaired using a 2 or 4strand core suture technique. More recent tendon repair descriptionshaveemployednonabsorbablemonofilament materialasthesutureofchoice. Urbaniak, jr, mortenson, ra, cahill, jd an analysis of tensile strength of tendon anastomoses 1973 read at the annual meeting of the american society for surgery of the hand, las vegas feb. An alternative model for teaching tendon repair and surgical skills in. This study was designed to investigate the influence of the amount of suture material on the formation of peritendinous adhesions of intrasynovial flexor tendon repairs. Biomechanical evaluation of patellar tendon repair using krackow. Usually, the repair is done as an outpatient or overnight stay. Technique for and an anatomic guide to forearm tendon repair. Evidence based postoperative treatment of flexor tendons. Biomechanical and clinical evaluation of the epitenonfirst technique. Flexor hallucis longus fhl tendon transfer is an autologous tendon transfer procedure intended to reinforce a severely diseased or midsubstance ruptured achilles tendon. Download your protocol guide for achilles tendon repair. Different approaches to rejoining severed tendons will be critiqued on their biomechanical ability to improve tendon repair strength, maintaining.
This repair has been successful, but can be a relatively timeconsuming and labor intensive procedure, with potential complications including early or delayed patella fracture. Start suturing from the proximal end of tendon see figure 2 in a counterclockwise fashion be sure to start and finish on the superficial side of the tendon. Since the tendon is outside of the joint, it cannot be repaired arthroscopically. Tendon reconstruction an overview sciencedirect topics. Axial imaging is often used, providing shortaxis images of the tendon, to accurately show the anatomy and disease of the distal biceps tendon. The achilles tendon is a strong tendon that connects the calf muscles to the heel.
Introduction three percent of all biceps tendon ruptures occur at the distal aspect, the rupture typically occuring in middle aged males after an eccentric extension load is applied to the elbow. The biomechanical analysis relied on 50 flexor digitorum profundus tendons harvested. The tendon ends are identified and then sewn together. Flexor tendon repair therapy protocol sideline orthopedics. Peroneal tendon pathology and repair techniques jose m. Twelve fresh porcine hindlimbs with patellar tendon rupture were repaired by krackow method using synthetic and nonabsorbable no. Blunt dissection revealed a complete rupture of the clavicular head.
Although there are multiple surgical techniques for zone ii flexor tendon repairs, no consensus has been achieved on what is the gold standard. The repair technique is important but it is the way the tendon is managed afterwards that determines the outcome, page 112. Biomechanical evaluation of suture anchor versus transosseous tunnel quadriceps tendon repair techniques download pdf seth l. This muscle is commonly torn due to an acute injury and often tears at the bone tendon insertion site. This comprehensive compilation of the suture repair techniques will describe the factors that affect repair success, including repair strength, gapping resistance, glide and rehabilitation. Repairing the pectoralis major tendon involves fixating the tendon back down to its anatomical footprint. We performed a retrospective cohort study of patients with complete distal biceps tendon rupture that was repaired with cortical button fixation via a 1incision anterior approach. Pdf on feb 1, 2008, a viinikainen and others published primary flexor tendon repair techniques find, read and cite all the. Transosseous sutures with suture anchor augmentation. Rocked my world acid refluxhiatal herniagerd patient from boston duration.
Please comment on the technique of repair at the suture junction, ie, whether a simple suture, a modified kessler s suture, or a mattress suture at the tendon junction itself is used. Stitch the achilles tendon utilizing the triple bundle suturing technique. Designed for professionals that want more info on patient recovery with the antigravity treadmill. Singleincision anatomic repair technique for distal biceps tendon rupture using tunneling device jon e. Surgical intervention for pectoralis major muscle rupture. Optimal positioning for mri of the distal biceps brachii. Singleincision anatomic repair technique for distal. When they contract, they pull on the achilles tendon causing your foot to point down plantar flexionand helping you raise up on your toes. In the basic surgical skills course, trainees learn tendon repair techniques using a pigs.
Suture anchors have been used with excellent success for tendon repair in other joints. The ideal flexor tendon repair has been subjected to constant change and development over the last decades. Triceps tendon repair is performed with the following steps. Download pontis tendon repair technique passage of the tendon with pontis funnel and catheter pass the narrow end of the catheter pulley dilation tube from. Learn the achilles tendon repair open technique surgical technique with step by step instructions on orthoracle. Many variationsoftendonrepairexist,includingsomedescribed by kessler, savage, lee, becker, tajima, tsuge, and.
Most tendon strains are associated with excessive loading and overstretching of the tendon due to excessive physical stress. Wound complications following open repair after acute achilles tendon ruptures aatr remain the subject of significant debate. The stump is debrided, and retraction of the tendon is evaluated. The pursuit of the ultimate repair has led to many repair methods being described.
Rupture of distal biceps tendon was once thought to be an uncommon injury, but an increase in athletic activities in middle age may account for its increase in incidence. The repair of flexor tendons zones i and ii is a technique intensive surgical undertaking. This has led to an abundance of different suturing techniques described in the. Tendon repair using the 4 strand core suture technique was performed in 65% of the hands and 2.
Multiple protocols exist for the postoperative rehabilitation of tendon injuries. We repaired the lacerated flexor digitorum profundus tendons with. Traditional repair involves transosseous sutures tied over bone bridges on the inferior pole of the patella. Flexor tendon repair therapy protocol 1 of 5 bart eastwood d. The purpose of this study was to prospectively explore the mri features of normal healing of the expected residual tendon gap in the achilles tendon after percutaneous surgical repair.
Strickland described the ideal repair as having the following characteristics. There have been many suggestions for optimally imaging the elbow using mri 38. Our elearning platform contains high resolution images and a certified cme of the achilles tendon repair open technique surgical procedure. The surgical leg will be weight bearing as tolerated using crutches postoperatively. An incision is made on the front of the knee, over the tendon. The fhl tendon is released proximal to the calcaneus, sutured to the achilles, and fixated. The initial strength of a repaired tendon depends on the number of suture strands crossing the repair site, core suture purchase length, anchoring technique, lock diameter and core suture material. Pdf on feb 1, 2008, a viinikainen and others published primary flexor tendon repair techniques find, read and cite all the research you need on researchgate. A simple, effective and cheap method to practice tendon repair techniques is by. Repair techniques may differ based on the degree of tendon damage and the. Quadriceps tendon repair using knotless anchors and suture. The goal of tendon repair is to provide the best tendon stability while minimizing tendon shortening. Suture tape can improve the strength of the suture tendon interface, and when.
Article information, pdf download for flexor tendon repair in the hand. This method has proven to be as effective as an open surgical technique while reducing recovery time. Surgery repair was performed 1 week after the injury. Outcomes and complications after repair of complete distal. Article information, pdf download for recent developments in flexor tendon repair techniques and factors influencing strength of the, open. Achilles tendon repair, a modified technique abstract background.
Suture anchor repair has been shown to be stronger than transosseous repair and facilitates a smaller incision. The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of covering repaired aatr using wellnourished connec. Over the past five decades we have seen numerous iterations of suture repair methods for tendon. Their job is to allow the body to move and to transfer weight. Banks, dpm introduction peroneal tendon pathology can range from simple longitudinal tears of one unit, to signi. This evolution has resulted in the development of stronger suture repair techniques that will withstand the tension placed on the repair with controlled active flexion. Patellar tendon repair postoperative protocol rosenberg. Ice and modalities to reduce pain and inflammation. Patellar or quad tendon repair boston sports medicine. Doctors perform tendon repair surgery to fix a tendon injury. No range of motion until 2 weeks, at 2 to 4 weeks 0 to 20 degrees. Factors such as trauma from injury and surgery, tendon ischaemia, tendon immobilisation and repair site gapping induce adhesion formation 5. Comparison of tendon repair cross sectional contact areas by digital. There are a number of factors that have been shown to affect the outcomes of tendon repair.
Achilles tendon after percutaneous surgical repair. Surgical treatment of chronic rupture of the quadriceps using a. Recent developments in flexor tendon repair techniques and. Tendons are generally repaired with a core suture and an epitendinous circumferential running suture. Additionally, tendon retubularization, tendon shortening or reefing, and.
Meticulous exposure, careful tendon retrieval, and atraumatic repair are extremely important. Range of motion will be blocked at 0 degrees in a brace for 4 weeks. Accelerated rehabilitation is becoming the standard of care following operative repair of acute achilles tendon. They were presented for surgery within 3 weeks of the injury. A new modified tsuge suture for flexor tendon repairs. The evidencebase for the management of flexor tendon. For instance, multistrand repair technique as well as the use of innovative suture material could improve the tensile strength and enable postoperative mobilization. Pdf primary flexor tendon repair techniques researchgate. Rehabilitation protocol general principles this protocol for achilles tendon repair is designed to provide the. Direct repair may be possible for selected chronic tears.
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