Biomechanical analysis of suture anchors and suture materials used for toggle pin stabilization of hip joint luxation in dogs.

TitleBiomechanical analysis of suture anchors and suture materials used for toggle pin stabilization of hip joint luxation in dogs.
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2001
AuthorsBaltzer WI, Schulz KS, Stover SM, Taylor KT, Kass PH
JournalAmerican journal of veterinary research
Volume62
Issue5
Pagination721-8
Date Published2001 May
ISSN0002-9645
KeywordsAnimals, Biomechanics, Bone Nails, Dog Diseases, Dogs, Hip Dislocation, Nylons, Polyesters, Random Allocation, Sutures, Tensile Strength
Abstract

To compare in vitro mechanical properties of toggle pins and toggle rods used as suture anchors and of 3 suture materials (50-lb monofilament polybutester, No. 5 braided polyester, and 5-mm woven polyester) commonly used as prosthetic ligaments in the repair of hip joint luxation in dogs.
Alternate JournalAm. J. Vet. Res.