Affiliation:
1. Department of Sports Medicine Huashan Hospital, Fudan University; Sports Medicine Institute of Fudan University Shanghai 200040 China
Abstract
AbstractTendon and ligament injuries, prevalent requiring surgical intervention, significantly impact joint stability and function. Owing to excellent mechanical properties and biochemical stability, Nondegradable synthetic materials, including polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), have demonstrated significant potential in the treatment of tendon and ligament injuries. These above materials offer substantial mechanical support, joint mobility, and tissue healing promotion of the shoulder, knee, and ankle joint. This review conclude the latest development and application of nondegradable materials such as artificial patches and ligaments in tendon and ligament injuries including rotator cuff tears (RCTs), anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries, and Achilles tendon ruptures.
Funder
National Natural Science Foundation of China
Subject
Materials Chemistry,Polymers and Plastics,Biomaterials,Bioengineering,Biotechnology