Injuries to the meniscus are among the most common knee injuries and they are the most common reason for surgery performed by orthopedic surgeons. The meniscus has well-established biomechanical ...

A recent review published in the Journal of Bioresources and Bioproducts examines the state of cellulose-based sutures, focusing on materials, fabrication methods, and application performance. The ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . ACL reconstruction remains among the most common sports medicine surgeries performed worldwide. The overall goal ...

Engineers have designed tissue-derived 'smart' sutures that can not only hold tissue in place, but also detect inflammation and release drugs. The sutures are coated with hydrogels that can be ...

Tested on rats, the stitches proved effective in treating wounds and could offer a cost-effective alternative to traditional sutures. Study: A bioabsorbable ...