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Lipid in the Achilles tendon. A comparative study.

R Finlayson, S J Woods

    Atherosclerosis
    |May 1, 1975
    PubMed
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    Lipid deposits are common in human Achilles tendons, particularly with age. These deposits, including cholesterol, are less frequent and intense in animals, suggesting distinct tendon aging processes.

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    Area of Science:

    • Biochemistry
    • Comparative Anatomy
    • Histology

    Background:

    • The Achilles tendon is crucial for locomotion.
    • Understanding tendon composition, including lipid content, is important for health.
    • Lipid accumulation in tissues can be associated with various physiological and pathological conditions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the presence and types of stainable lipids in the Achilles tendon (tendo Achillis) of humans and a range of exotic animals.
    • To compare lipid distribution and composition across different species and age groups.
    • To explore potential etiological factors and relationships with lipid deposits in other tissues.

    Main Methods:

    • Histological examination of Achilles tendons from humans and various animal species.
    • Staining techniques to identify and characterize intracellular and extracellular lipids.
    • Quantitative assessment of lipid deposits and their correlation with age and species.

    Main Results:

    • Adiposity (fat accumulation) was primarily observed in human Achilles tendons.
    • Chondroid plaques rich in triglycerides were a normal feature in bird tendons.
    • Reptilian tendon thickenings showed high phospholipid content.
    • Extracellular lipid deposits, notably esterified cholesterol, were found in over 90% of human specimens, 52% of other mammals, and 62.5% of birds.
    • Lipid insudation generally increased with age and was less pronounced in animals compared to humans.

    Conclusions:

    • Significant differences exist in lipid deposition within the Achilles tendon across species.
    • Humans exhibit a higher prevalence and intensity of extracellular lipid deposits, particularly cholesterol esters, in their tendons.
    • Age is a significant factor influencing lipid accumulation in tendons.
    • Further research is warranted to elucidate the etiological factors and clinical implications of tendon lipid deposits, including their relationship to arterial wall and dura mater lipidosis.