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Table 2 Failure modes of the double-modified Kessler technique compared with the continuous double knots technique

From: Biomechanical study of a newly developed continuous double knots technique compared with the 4-strand double-modified Kessler technique for flexor tendon repair

Type

Double suture breakage

Double suture pullout

Double knot failure

One suture breakage + one suture pullout

One suture breakage + one knot failure

One suture pullout + one knot failure

Group 1: Double modified Kessler technique with Ultimate strength test (n = 20)

10

1

1

6

1

1

Group 1: Double modified Kessler technique with Cyclic test (n = 20)

9

2

1

5

2

1

Group 2: Continuous double knots technique with Ultimate strength test (n = 20)

8

4

0

7

0

1

Group 2: Continuous double knots technique with Cyclic test (n = 20)

7

5

0

8

0

0