Percutaneous suturing results in fewer superficial wound infections than does intracutaneous suturing after open-heart surgery, according to results of a randomized study […]
The proposed benefit of this solution is the avoidance of the need for repetitive interruption of the operation to administer multiple doses of standard cardioplegia.
The basic science literature therefore establishes the proof of concept that biological adjuncts may improve cartilage repair when used in conjunction with reparative and replacement treatment strategies for osteochondral lesions of the talus.
