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[Experiences with a resorbable suture (PDS) in tendon sutures].
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|July 1, 1985
Summary
Polydioxanon (PDS) sutures showed excellent results in 89% of isolated flexor tendon repairs. This synthetic absorbable material demonstrated low complication rates in complex hand injuries.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic surgery
- Hand surgery
- Biomaterials science
Context:
- Surgical repair of tendon injuries is crucial for restoring hand function.
- Synthetic absorbable sutures offer potential advantages over traditional materials.
- Evaluating the long-term outcomes of polydioxanon (PDS) in tendon repair is important.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the efficacy and safety of polydioxanon (PDS) sutures in tendon reconstruction.
- To analyze the outcomes of PDS sutures in both isolated and complex hand injuries.
- To document complication rates and functional recovery after PDS tendon repair.
Summary:
- Sixty-seven tendon sutures were performed on 29 patients using polydioxanon (PDS).
- Mean follow-up was twelve months, with no suture ruptures or fistulas observed.
- Excellent results were achieved in 89% of isolated flexor tendon reconstructions; complications included two infections and four tenolyses.
Impact:
- Polydioxanon (PDS) sutures are a viable option for tendon repair, offering good functional outcomes.
- The study provides evidence for the low complication rate of PDS in hand surgery.
- Findings inform surgical choices for flexor and extensor tendon injuries, including complex cases.