Suture Anchor

WASHINGTON — Results presented here showed use of single all-suture suture anchors may increase tendon migration after a biceps tenodesis compared with interference screws.

Anika Therapeutics Inc. has announced FDA 510(k) clearance of the X-Twist knotless fixation system for soft tissue repairs in the shoulder, foot and ankle and other extremities, according to a press release.

Anika Therapeutics Inc. has announced FDA 510(k) clearance for Tactoset, an injectable bone substitute designed to augment suture anchor fixation, according to a company press release.

Smith & Nephew announced the launch of its Healicoil Knotless suture anchor for rotator cuff repair, according to a press release.

The FDA issued a final guidance for 510(k) submissions for bone anchor devices, also known as suture anchor devices, used for attachment of soft tissue to bone.

BOSTON — Patients who underwent arthroscopic shoulder stabilization with knotless anchors had outcomes similar to patients who had traditional knotted anchors, according to a presentation at the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine Annual Meeting. In addition, investigators found all-suture-based anchors may be correlated with lower redislocation rates.