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Chronic quadriceps tendon rupture: quadriceps tendon reconstruction using ipsilateral semitendinosus tendon graft
Ruptures of the quadriceps tendon (QTRs) are uncommon. If the rupture is not diagnosed, chronic ruptures may develop. Re-ruptures of the quadriceps...
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Both gastrocnemius aponeurosis flaps and semitendinosus tendon grafts are effective in the treatment of chronic Achilles tendon ruptures – a systematic review
IntroductionA chronic Achilles tendon rupture (ATR) is defined as an ATR that has been left untreated for more than four weeks following rupture....
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The direct muscular origin of the semitendinosus: a pitfall in categorization of proximal hamstring tendon tears
The ischial origin of the hamstring musculature is complex. While the conjoint tendon and semimembranosus are commonly discussed and understood by...
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Minimally invasive excision and reconstruction of Achilles tendon xanthoma using free autologous semitendinosus tendon transfer: a surgical technique
BackgroundTendon xanthomatosis is often associated with familial hypercholesterolemia, but it can also occur in other medical conditions. The...
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Age-related changes in mechanical properties of semitendinosus tendon used for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
BackgroundHamstring tendons are a popular choice for autografts in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. However, there is increasing...
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A case report: anatomical translocation in tibial insertion of semitendinosus tendon after tibial lengthening
BackgroundThere is the most common method for arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction by using the semitendinosus and gracilis...
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From thigh to pelvis: female genital prolapse repair with an autologous semitendinosus tendon transplant
Abstract Introduction and hypothesisThe use of synthetic mesh for prolapse and incontinence surgery is discussed controversially and in several...
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Anatomical retraction of the semitendinosus muscle following harvest of the distal semitendinosus tendon for ACL reconstruction
PurposeRetraction of semitendinosus muscle has been reported after reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament with...
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Comparison of knee flexor strength recovery between semitendinosus alone versus semitendinosus with gracilis autograft for ACL reconstruction: a systematic review and meta-analysis
BackgroundWhether there is a difference in harvesting the semitendinosus tendon alone (S) or in combination with the gracilis tendon (SG) for the...
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Endoscopically assisted reconstruction of chronic Achilles tendon ruptures and re-ruptures using a semitendinosus autograft is a viable alternative to pre-existing techniques
PurposeAchilles tendon ruptures are termed chronic after a delay in treatment for more than 4 weeks. The literature advocates surgical treatment with...
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Height is a predictor of hamstring tendon length and ACL graft characteristics in adolescents
BackgroundKnowing the potential hamstring tendon length is relevant for planning ligament reconstructions in children and adolescents, as it is not...
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Functional and MRI results after a 7.5 year follow-up of 35 single-stage ACL and PCL reconstructions using gracilis and semitendinosus tendon grafts and LARS artificial ligaments
PurposeThe aim of this study was to evaluate the long-term functional and MRI results of 35 patients who underwent bicruciate ligament reconstruction...
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The gracilis and semitendinosus muscles: a morphometric study on 18 specimens with clinical implications
IntroductionThe pes anserinus consists of the sartorius, semitendinosus, and gracilis muscles. They coalesce together with the leg fascia to form the...
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Autologous semitendinosus tendon graft could function as a meniscal transplant
PurposeMeniscectomy results in poor knee function and increased risk for osteoarthritis. Meniscal allograft transplantation is not widely used due to...
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Full thickness quadriceps tendon grafts with bone had similar material properties to bone-patellar tendon-bone and a four-strand semitendinosus grafts: a biomechanical study
PurposeDespite increasing interest in utilizing quadriceps tendon (QT) grafts in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), data on the...
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Functional reconstruction of chronic acromioclavicular joint separation using a double suture technique combined with semitendinosus autograft
PurposeWe present the functional and clinical results of a combined surgical technique that functionally restores chronic Acromioclavicular Joint...
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The effect of gracilis tendon harvesting in addition to semitendinosus tendon harvesting on knee extensor and flexor strength after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
IntroductionAnterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction using hamstring tendons may involve harvesting of the gracilis tendon in addition to the...
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Optimization of surgical exposure for harvesting gracilis-semitendinosus tendons
PurposeThis study was conducted to provide anatomical data and surface markers for the safe and efficient exposure of surgical incisions for...
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Free tendon grafts for surgical management of chronic tears of the main body of the Achilles tendon: a systematic review
PurposeAfter four weeks from injury, tears of the Achilles tendon are considered chronic. Their management is challenging, and the use of a graft is...
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Management of Chronic Patella Tendon Tear with Heterotopic Ossifications: A Case Report and Pictorial Review of Various Techniques in Contemporary Practice
PurposeTo review reliable techniques for reconstructing or repairing chronic patella tendon tears and describe the unique case report of chronic...
