Patellar Tendon Repair With Ipsilateral Semitendinosus Autograft Augmentation

Patellar tendon ruptures are rare but potentially devastating injuries. Acute repair after patellar tendon rupture affords the best opportunity for tension-free restoration of the extensor mechanism. Biological augmentation of primary repair is believed to decrease strain across the repair site and...

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Main Authors: Jarret M. Woodmass, M.D., F.R.C.S.C., Joshua D. Johnson, M.D., Isabella T. Wu, B.A., Aaron J. Krych, M.D., Michael J. Stuart, M.D.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2017-12-01
Series:Arthroscopy Techniques
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2212628717302700