Device and method for tendon and ligament repair

Details Device and method for tendon and ligament repair Device and method for tendon and ligament repair

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Patent

CA 1324550

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR TENDON AND LIGAMENT REPAIR Abstract A device, suitable for use in repairing a lacerated or severed tendon, particularly a hand flexor tendon, having a flat band body with opposite ends of the body designed to anchor connecting sutures. The device also finds applicability in the repair of lacerated or severed ligaments. Also disclosed is a method of repairing a severed tendon by implanting a flat band device suturing together the device and the tendon to effect an anastomosis along approximated ends of the severed tendon. Further disclosed is a method of repairing a lacerated or severed ligament.

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