Integra® Reinforcement Matrix ACHILLES TENDON SURGICAL TECHNIQUE

What is Integra® Reinforcement Matrix? Integra Reinforcement Matrix is an acellular, sterile, porcine dermal matrix intended for the reinforcement of soft tissue where weakness exists and to reinforce soft tissue repaired by suture or suture anchors during tendon repair of the rotator cuff, patellar, Achilles, biceps, quadriceps or other tendons. Achilles Tendon Surgical Technique As the distributor of this device, Integra does not practice medicine and does not recommend this or any other surgical technique for use on a specific patient. The surgeon who performs any implant procedure is responsible...

Step 3 • Suture Repair 3-1 The Achilles tendon rupture is explored and the tendon ends are mobilized and freed from adhesions. The proximal muscle bellies are massaged and the foot is plantar flexed to deliver the tendon ends to anatomic apposition. The proximal and distal stump ends are secured with the suture and stitches of individual preference. Step 4 • Wrap and Secure Matrix 4-1 The Integra Reinforcement Matrix is tagged and placed circumferentially around the tendon. Matrix can be placed on either side towards the tendon. The end suture tags are used to facilitate graft and tendon mobilization....

Indications Intended for implantation to reinforce soft tissue where weakness exists and for surgical repair of damaged or ruptured soft tissue, including: Reinforcement of the rotator cuff, patellar, Achilles, biceps, quadriceps, or other tendons. Integra Reinforcement Matrix is not intended to replace normal body structure or provide the full mechanical strength to support tendon repair of the rotator cuff, patellar, Achilles, biceps, quadriceps, or other tendons. Sutures used to repair the tear and sutures or bone anchors used to attach the tissue to the bone provide biomechanical strength...