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Zachary J Herman1, Justin W Arner2, James P Bradley2
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S.A.
Arthroscopy Techniques
|August 18, 2025
Summary
Acute quadriceps tendon ruptures require prompt surgical repair to restore knee function. Suture anchors offer a minimally invasive and biomechanically sound alternative to traditional bone tunnels for repairing these devastating injuries.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Sports Medicine
- Traumatology
Background:
- Traumatic quadriceps tendon ruptures severely impair knee extension and lower extremity function.
- Complete ruptures necessitate early diagnosis and surgical intervention to prevent tendon retraction and restore function.
- Current surgical options include transosseous bone tunnels and suture anchors for acute repair.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a technical note on utilizing suture anchors for acute quadriceps tendon rupture repair.
- To highlight the use of 2.6-mm FiberTak Button (Arthrex) suture anchors.
Main Methods:
- Direct repair of acute quadriceps tendon rupture.
- Employing 2.6-mm FiberTak Button (Arthrex) suture anchors.
- Repair from the superior pole of the patella.
Main Results:
- Suture anchor repair offers advantages such as decreased operative time and smaller incisions.
- Biomechanically, suture anchor repairs are equivalent to transosseous tunnel repairs.
- This technique facilitates direct repair of the quadriceps tendon.
Conclusions:
- Suture anchor repair is an effective method for acute quadriceps tendon ruptures.
- This technique provides a viable alternative to traditional methods with comparable biomechanical strength.
- Early surgical intervention using suture anchors can optimize functional recovery.
