Creation of transosseous patellar tunnels during extensor mechanism repair: technical note |
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| Authors: | Detterline Alvin J Lattermann Christian Bach Bernard R |
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| Institution: | Division of Sports Medicine, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Ill, USA. |
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| Abstract: | Transosseous patellar tunnels commonly are used in the repair of acute or chronic patellar tendon or quadriceps tendon ruptures. Commonly, a small diameter (2.0-3.5 mm) drill bit is used to create these drill tunnels. However, drill bits are relatively brittle and susceptible to breakage. The use of a larger diameter smooth Steinmann pin (3/32") is recommended to create transosseous patellar tunnels to eliminate this potential complication. |
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