Rozov and Kessler Tendon Sutures: Common Properties and Differences

Background. The Kessler suture is one of the most common tendon repair techniques and can be found schematically in manuals hand surgery, along with Bunnel Tsuge sutures. In our country, seam proposed by V.I. Rozov, while a number authors believe that Rozov sutures are very similar. Both techniques, both Rozovs suture, have large modifications differ significantly from originals, but retain names, which confuses hinders analysis use various methods for restoring integrity tendons.
 aim to find correct description Kesslers test original on model, compare analyze properties differences.
 Methods. Information was searched domestic foreign publications, traumatology orthopedics, monographs, methodical letters, materials congresses, Internet resources. Approbation carried out silicone rod diameter 1 cm.
 Results. first image discovered us, dates back 1958, grasping technique flexor I. 1969. These significant differences location nodes, fixation planes threads thickness tendon.
 Conclusion. data this study give reason two different ways applying suture.