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Jul 14 2009

Fibrin Glue for Achilles Tendon Repair

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Fibrin glue consists of fibrinogen and thrombin. Fibrinogen is a glycoprotein and thrombin is a coagulation protein. When the two are combined, the fibrinogen is converted to fibrin, a clotting protein and the fibrin glue is formed. The fibrin glue acts as a tissue adhesive by creating a mesh and forming a clot. In many instances, fibrin glue can be used in place of sutures. A recent article in the Journal of Foot & Ankle Surgery found that surgical repair of Achilles tendon ruptures with fibrin glue was successful. They followed 31 patients for 11.5 years. Sixteen patients had repair of the Achilles with fibrin glue only and 15 patients had repair of the Achilles tendon with fibrin glue and augmentation with the plantaris longus tendon. There was no difference in force measurements or complications between the two groups.

JFAS. Volume 48, Issue 4, Pages 439-446 July 2009.

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