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Tendon and ligament prostheses.

K B Kashuk, E Haber

    Clinics in Podiatry
    |April 1, 1984
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    Artificial tendons and ligaments using Silastic-rod, carbon-fiber, and Marlex mesh implants show promise for foot and ankle reconstruction. These materials create scaffolds or sheaths for new tissue growth, aiding in trauma and instability cases.

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    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedic surgery
    • Biomaterials science
    • Podiatric medicine

    Background:

    • Investigated artificial tendons and ligaments for foot and ankle reconstruction.
    • Focused on Silastic-rod, carbon-fiber, and Marlex mesh implants.
    • Reviewed historical development of lateral ankle reconstructive procedures and prostheses.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present the biologic reactions of three artificial implant types.
    • To detail the application of these implants in foot and ankle surgery.
    • To highlight their potential uses in podiatry, especially for trauma and instability.

    Main Methods:

    • Direct implantation of carbon-fiber and Marlex mesh as scaffolds for neotendon/neoligament formation.
    • Two-stage Silastic-rod implant procedure: first, creating a tendon sheath; second, placing an autologous tendon.

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  • Analysis of biologic responses and procedural details.

    • Main Results:

    • Carbon-fiber and Marlex mesh induce fibrous growth, forming neotendons/neoligaments.
    • Silastic-rod implants create a tendon sheath suitable for autologous tendon grafting.
    • Implants offer potential for treating foot and ankle trauma and instability.

    Conclusions:

    • Artificial implants like Silastic-rod, carbon-fiber, and Marlex mesh are viable options for foot and ankle reconstruction.
    • These materials facilitate the formation of new connective tissues or provide a scaffold for grafting.
    • Further research is needed for optimal suture and anastomosis techniques in these procedures.