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Fascicular nerve graft using an empty perineurial tube: An experimental study in the rabbit
Author(s) -
Restrepo Y.,
Merle M.,
Michon J.,
Folliguet B.,
Petry D.
Publication year - 1983
Publication title -
microsurgery
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.031
H-Index - 63
eISSN - 1098-2752
pISSN - 0738-1085
DOI - 10.1002/micr.1920040207
Subject(s) - medicine , sciatic nerve , histology , microsurgery , surgery , tube (container) , anatomy , pathology , mechanical engineering , engineering
An experimental model of a free, empty perineurial tube for use as a nerve graft is presented as an alternative to existing methods. The technique is described and the model compared with conventional nerve graft in the sciatic nerve of a rabbit. Results are evaluated with EMG studies, angiography, and histology. The experimental model compared favorably with the standard graft. Further avenues of investigation and clinical use are suggested.