H-Loop Knotless Double-Row Repair Versus Krackow Repair for Achilles Tendon Rupture: A Biomechanical Study in a Cadaveric Model.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Surgery is widely recognized as an effective treatment for Achilles tendon rupture; however, there remains debate regarding the optimal surgical approach.

Purpose

To compare the biomechanical properties of 2 techniques, the H-loop knotless double-row (HLDR) suture repair and the Krackow suture repair, for Achilles tendon rupture in a cadaveric model.

Study design

Controlled laboratory study.

Methods

Ten matched Achilles tendon specimens from 5 male and 5 female donors were obtained. Each specimen from a matched pair was randomly distributed to 1 of 2 repair groups, the HLDR group or the Krackow group. Tendon elongation was recorded after exposure to 10, 100, 200, 400, 600, 800, and 1000 load cycles. The gap distance after application of a 100-N force

SUBMITTER: Hou J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11459560 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature