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Soft tissue anchor systems.

G V Yu·T Chang·J M White
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The concept of soft tissue attachment and reattachment has been addressed over the years through a variety of surgical techniques. This includes tendons and ligaments that have been detached both surgically and traumatically from their osseous origins or insertions. This study is designed to provide the reader with a comprehensive overview of current commercially available devices. Detailed descriptions of the various devices are provided along with a discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of each. Their application and use in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery are also discussed.

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AnkleBone and BonesFootHumansLigamentsProstheses and ImplantsSuture TechniquesTendonsJournal Article

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G V Yu, T Chang, J M White. 1994. Soft tissue anchor systems.. https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-84-4-157

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