The Use of Twisting and Tightening Tool to Strengthen the Cerclage and Tension Band Wiring.

This study was performed on a total of 30 cerclage loops. In group A (n = 15), the cerclage wire was tightened manually by a clipper, while in group B (n = 15), it was tightened using the twisting and tightening tool. In biomechanical tests, the cerclage loops were pulled apart by 2 hooks connected to the biomechanical device. The velocity was adjusted to 20 mm/min. On statistical analysis, there was a significant difference in the ultimate strength (P = .03) and the mean tensile strength (P = .01) between groups A and B. It was found that the strength of the cerclage wire can be increased by maintaining more regular twists. The twisting and tightening tool is a reasonable and useful device for both clinical and experimental usages. PMID: 33035109 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/33035109?dopt=Abstract

Source: Surgical Innovation - October 9, 2020 Category: Surgery Authors: Uygur E, Yayla MA, Yürektürk Y, Akpinar F Tags: Surg Innov Source Type: research

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