Enhancing knot security by heat treatment of knot ears

Autor: J P, Tadje, D M, Kahler, C W, Green, G T, Rodeheaver, R F, Edlich
Rok vydání: 1999
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Zdroj: Journal of biomedical materials research. 48(4)
ISSN: 0021-9304
Popis: Heat treatment of the ears of knotted sutures markedly enhances knot security. Using coated polyester sutures commonly used in arthroscopic surgery, heat treatment of the knot ears allows secure knot construction to be achieved with a two throw granny (1 x 1) or square (1 = 1) knot. A heat source is being designed for secure knot construction in arthroscopic surgery.
Databáze: OpenAIRE