VEGF functionalization of suture tape results in decreased graft inflammatory and catabolic response in a rabbit model of ACL reconstruction

• Main Authors: Mario Hevesi (Author), Carlo A. Paggi (Author), Joao F. Crispim (Author), Wouter van Genechten (Author), Janet M. Denbeigh (Author), Nicholas J. Olson (Author), Amel Dudakovic (Author), Andre J. van Wijnen (Author), Aaron J. Krych (Author), Daniel B.F. Saris (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Elsevier, 2021-03-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Introduction: Improving ligament reconstruction biology may potentially be achieved through capturing autologous circulating factors such as vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) using commercially available biomaterials. Objectives: To evaluate anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) u...