FAQ's of Endo Button Extended Button:
Q: How is the Endo Button Extended Button used during ACL reconstruction or ligament repair?
A: The Endo Button Extended Button is used to secure soft tissue grafts in ACL reconstruction and ligament repair surgeries. The high-strength suture loop suspends and fixates the graft within the knee or shoulder joint, ensuring stable positioning throughout the healing process.
Q: What types of grafts are compatible with this implant?
A: This implant is compatible with various autografts and allografts, offering flexibility in surgical technique and patient-specific needs. Its design supports use with a wide range of graft diameters and configurations.
Q: When should the Endo Button Extended Button be utilized?
A: The device is recommended for primary or revision ligament reconstruction procedures, particularly when strong, stable fixation is required, such as in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) repairs or shoulder joint ligament repairs.
Q: Where should the Endo Button Extended Button be stored before use?
A: It should be stored in a dry, sterile environment at all times to maintain its sterility and integrity, following standard medical storage protocols.
Q: What is the process of adjusting the suture loop length?
A: Adjustable loop versions allow surgeons to select the appropriate length (from 15mm to 30mm) during surgery, while fixed loop options are pre-set. This adaptability ensures precise graft placement tailored to individual anatomy.
Q: What are the main benefits of using this implant?
A: Key benefits include excellent fixation stability, high tensile strength, biocompatibility, corrosion resistance, and clear post-operative imaging. Its lightweight and radiolucent design enhances both surgical handling and patient safety.
Q: Is this implant suitable for single-use and what is its shelf life?
A: Yes, the Endo Button Extended Button is intended for single use only and has a shelf life of 5 years when stored correctly.