The Krackow stitch: a biomechanical evaluation of changing the number of loops versus the number of sutures.

BP, McKeon; JF, Heming; J, Fulkerson; R, Langeland

doi:10.1016/j.arthro.2005.10.008

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The Krackow stitch: a biomechanical evaluation of changing the number of loops versus the number of sutures.

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McKeon BP

Heming JF

Fulkerson J

Abstract

Purpose The purpose of this study was to biomechanically evaluate several configurations of the Krackow stitch and determine which configuration provided the best fixation with regard to load to failure and elongation.Type of study Biomechanical study.Methods Thirty fresh-frozen porcine Achilles ten...

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