Aug 10, 2023
An augmented Broström repair with
nonabsorbable suture tape has demonstrated strength and stiffness
more similar to the native anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL)
compared to Broström repair alone at the time of repair in
cadaveric models for the treatment of lateral ankle instability.
The study purpose was to compare minimum 2-year patient-reported
outcomes (PROs) following treatment of ATFL injuries with Broström
repair with vs without suture tape augmentation.
In conclusion, at median 5 years, patients
treated for ATFL injury of the lateral ankle with Broström repair
with suture tape augmentation demonstrated similar patient-reported
outcomes to those treated with Broström repair alone.
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