Surface Modification with Chemically Modified Synovial Fluid for Flexor Tendon Reconstruction in a Canine Model in Vivo
Conclusions:
Modification of the flexor tendon surface with cd-SF-G significantly improved digital function and reduced adhesion formation without affecting graft healing and stiffness.
Clinical Relevance:
This study used native synovial fluid as a basic lubricating reagent to treat a tendon graft in vivo, a novel avenue for improving clinical outcomes of flexor tendon reconstruction. This methodology may also apply to other surgical procedures where postoperative adhesions impair function.
Source: The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Ji, X., Reisdorf, R. L., Thoreson, A. R., Berglund, L. R., Moran, S. L., Jay, G. D., An, K.-N., Amadio, P. C., Zhao, C. Tags: Basic Science, Hand & Wrist Scientific Articles Source Type: research
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