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AR-1588RTT

Orthobiologics

Procedure

Harnessing the power of biologics to provide all necessary components of healing, the BioACL technique uses the patient’s own bone collected using the GraftNet™ device and mixed with autologous bioactive fluid. Using the Angel® system or Arthrex ACP® double-syringe system, concentrated platelet-rich plasma (cPRP) is obtained from bone marrow aspirate (BMA) or whole blood. The autologous mixture is then delivered into the bone tunnels created during ACL reconstruction. In conjunction with the GraftLink® technique, this provides the ultimate anatomic, minimally invasive, and reproducible approach for biologically augmented ACL reconstructions.

BioACL™ Technique

Child (D)

Knee

Arthrex offers a comprehensive selection of soft-tissue fixation devices for a variety of techniques. Innovative designs and cutting-edge materials allow surgeons to achieve strong, less invasive anatomic ACL reconstructions with soft-tissue grafts.

ACL Soft-Tissue Graft Fixation

Once the minimally invasive or open incision is made and proper soft-tissue windows are established, use the fibular, tibial, and/or femoral collateral marking hooks for anatomic precision and osseous measurements when drilling the appropriate reconstruction tunnels. Using the femoral collateral marking hook with the parallel drill guide will increase anatomic femoral drilling efficiency by significantly reducing convergent tunnels and allowing for accurate guide pin placement at multiple incremental distances. During tunnel creation, use the spooned ends of the collateral ligament retractor to retract the neurovascular structures and the collateral ligament rasp to chamfer the aperture of the completed reconstruction tunnels. Then use FiberWire® or FiberStick™ suture to pass the prepared grafts and tension to the desired position prior to graft fixation.

Anatomic Collateral Ligament Reconstruction

Collateral Ligament Reconstruction Set

Product

Multiple collateral ligament reconstruction techniques are available and range from aperture fixation using the BioComposite SwiveLock® tenodesis system with biocomposite interference screws to suspensory fixation using TightRope® technology. 
 
For primary or hybrid collateral ligament repair techniques, choose from a comprehensive line of anchor fixation devices, including FiberTak® soft anchors or biocomposite suture anchors, which come preloaded with needles.

Collateral Ligament Reconstruction Set

The FiberTag TightRope implant facilitates attachment of single-ended grafts, such as quad tendon grafts, to the ACL TightRope RT and ABS implants. FiberTag suture is integrated into the TightRope implant for a strong,1 consistent connection between the suture and TightRope loop. A simplified suturing technique, along with innovative packaging and the new GraftClamp graft preparation instrument, make preparing quadriceps tendon grafts faster and more reproducible than ever.
Reference
1. Arthrex, Inc. LA1-000023-EN_A. Naples, FL; 2020.

FiberTag® TightRope® Implant

The goal of lateral extra-articular augmentation or reconstruction is to eliminate residual laxity and reduce the risk of ACL graft rupture. Two common techniques include iliotibial band (ITB) tenodesis and anterolateral ligament (ALL) reconstruction. These procedures play a role in augmenting rotational stability in the ACL-reconstructed knee. Patients who see the greatest benefit include hyperlax patients, revision cases, pivoting athletes, and those with IKDC Grade III pivot shifts.
There are several distinct advantages of using adjustable, tensionable implant technology, such as the Knotless FiberTak® anchor or FiberTag® TightRope® implant, when compared to traditional techniques using staples or interference screws:
<ul>
 <li>Simple: Quick, easy, and reproducible techniques</li>
 <li>Safe: Knotless FiberTak anchor sets just below the cortex, reducing the risk of femoral tunnel convergence of the ACL; the self-punching anchor technique is designed to reduce the risk of damaging the ACL graft as with traditional techniques that require drilling; no risk of graft laceration as described with interference-screw techniques1</li>
 <li>Low profile: Techniques using additional hardware, such as staples, may lead to pain or discomfort, warranting removal; no prominent hardware is part of the Knotless FiberTak anchor or TightRope implant1</li>
 <li>Preserves anatomy: No socket drilling involved in the Knotless FiberTak onlay technique&nbsp;</li>
 <li>Titratable graft tensioning: Using these techniques, a surgeon can provisionally tension and incrementally retension the graft after checking for isometry and overconstraint</li>
</ul>
Reference
1. Muller B, Willinge GJA, Zijl JAC. Minimally invasive modified Lemaire tenodesis. Arthrosc Tech. 2020;10(1):e29- e36. doi:10.1016/j.eats.2020.09.006

Iliotibial Band Tenodesis

Quadriceps tendon grafts offer unique benefits for cruciate ligament reconstruction, such as a predictably large diameter, low morbidity,1 and a preferable stiffness profile for knee ligament reconstruction.
The QuadPro™ tendon harvester is designed to safely, easily, and quickly harvest a quadriceps or patellar tendon graft using a minimally invasive technique.2-4 The sharp tip cores out an approximate cylindrical graft. Its ergonomically designed handle features graduations on the clear shaft to allow visualization of approximate graft length during harvesting. Available in four sizes (8 mm to 11 mm), the QuadPro tendon harvester can accommodate each patient’s unique needs as well as the surgeon’s preference for graft diameter.
The FiberTag® TightRope® implant facilitates attachment of single-ended grafts, such as quad tendon grafts, to the ACL TightRope RT and ABS implants. FiberTag suture is integrated into the TightRope implant for a strong, consistent connection between the suture and TightRope loop. A simplified suturing technique, along with innovative packaging and the new GraftClamp graft preparation instrument, make preparing quadriceps tendon grafts faster and more reproducible than ever.
References
1. Arthrex, Inc. LA1-00100-EN_K. Naples, FL; 2021.
2. Xerogeanes JW, Mitchell PM, Karasev PA, Kolesov IA, Romine SE. Anatomic and morphological evaluation of the quadriceps tendon using 3-dimensional magnetic resonance imaging reconstruction: applications for anterior cruciate ligament autograft choice and procurement. Am J Sports Med. 2013;41(10):2392-2399. doi:10.1177/0363546513496626
3. Hadjicostas PT, Soucacos PN, Berger I, Koleganova N, Paessler HH. Comparative analysis of the morphologic structure of quadriceps and patellar tendon: a descriptive laboratory study. Arthroscopy. 2007;23(7):744-750. doi:10.1016/j.arthro.2007.01.032
4. Krebs N, Yaish A, O’Neill N. Anatomic evaluation of the quadriceps tendon in cadaveric specimens: application for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction graft choice. SMRJ. 2019;4(1):7961. doi:10.51894/001c.7961
InternalBrace surgical technique is intended only to support the primary repair and is not intended as a replacement for the standard of care using biologic augmentation in a primary repair.&nbsp;InternalBrace surgical technique is intended only for soft-tissue-to-bone fixation and is not cleared for bone-to-bone fixation.

Quad Tendon Graft ACL Reconstruction

Tenotomo/Cortador de tendón del cuádriceps, 8 mm

Tenotomo/Cortador de tendón del cuádriceps, 9 mm

Tenotomo/Cortador de tendón del cuádriceps, 10 mm

Tenotomo/Cortador de tendón del cuádriceps, 11 mm

Arthrex pioneered quadriceps tendon (QT) autograft harvesting in 2014 with the minimally invasive QT harvest instrument set for a much easier and more reproducible harvest of the quad tendon. The QuadPro™ tendon harvester is the next evolution in graft harvesting for ACL reconstruction (ACLR). It was specifically engineered to allow for efficient, safe graft harvesting while reducing the morbidity and challenges associated with traditional quad harvesting techniques.

ACL FiberTag TightRope Implant

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