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Experimental permanent artificial tendon for the hand.

D Y Dong1, Z Y Sheng

  • 1Trauma Centre, Postgraduate College of PLA, Beijing, China.

Journal of Biomedical Engineering
|October 1, 1988
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This study developed a porous silastic tube as an artificial tendon in dogs. The tube successfully prevented adhesions, showing potential for flexor tendon reconstruction in hand surgery.

Area of Science:

  • Biomaterials Science
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Regenerative Medicine

Background:

  • Tendon injuries often require reconstructive surgery.
  • Preventing adhesions is crucial for successful tendon healing and function.
  • Existing artificial tendon materials face challenges in biocompatibility and integration.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and evaluate a porous silastic tube as a permanent artificial tendon.
  • To assess the healing mechanisms and pseudosheath formation around the artificial tendon.
  • To determine the feasibility of using this artificial tendon for flexor digital tendon reconstruction.

Main Methods:

  • A porous silastic tube was used to cover divided peronaeus longus and tibialis anticus tendons in twelve mongrel dogs.

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  • Specimens were harvested at various time points (1-44 weeks) for analysis.
  • Histological evaluations included light microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, and scanning electron microscopy.

    • Main Results:

    • Tendon healing was primarily an extrinsic process.
    • The silastic tube formed a pseudosheath that effectively prevented surrounding tissue adhesion.
    • The artificial tendon demonstrated potential for integration and function.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed porous silastic tube shows promise as a permanent artificial tendon.
    • Its ability to prevent adhesion makes it a feasible option for flexor digital tendon reconstruction.
    • Further research is needed to optimize pore size and spacing for enhanced tendon gliding.