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Scientific Articles:
Markus J. Tingart, Maria Apreleva, David Zurakowski, and Jon J.P. Warner
Pullout Strength of Suture Anchors Used in Rotator Cuff Repair
J Bone Joint Surg Am 2003; 85: 2190-2198 [Abstract] [Full text] [PDF]
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[Read Letter to the Editor] Pullout Strength of Suture Anchors in Rotator Cuff Repair
Sidney Goldman, M.D.   (8 December 2003)

Pullout Strength of Suture Anchors in Rotator Cuff Repair 8 December 2003
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Sidney Goldman, M.D.,
Physician
Birmingham Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

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Re: Pullout Strength of Suture Anchors in Rotator Cuff Repair

docsid{at}birminghamortho.com Sidney Goldman, M.D.

To the Editor:

Concerning the article “Pullout Strength of Suture Anchors Used In Rotator Cuff Repair” The title should more accurately state the single brand and design of anchor investigated. The conclusion that pullout strength correlates well with bone mineral density of the tuberosity should be restricted exclusively to the 5mm metal screw-like anchors that were tested. The conclusion cannot be extended to other types of anchors without further testing.