Table 2 The biomechanical outcomes in five groups
Group | Tensile Stiffness (N/mm) | Energy at Failure(J) | Ultimate Failure Load(N) |
|---|---|---|---|
Non-fixed group | 46.34 ± 13.01 | 4.19 ± 1.68 | 543.74 ± 101.78 |
Non-sutured group | 47.48 ± 13.22 | 3.12 ± 1.29 | 406.93 ± 108.42* |
Bioabsorbable suture group | 44.63 ± 15.69 | 3.19 ± 0.85 | 416.61 ± 66.29†|
Ethibond suture group | 49.83 ± 11.92 | 2.94 ± 1.23 | 422.08 ± 111.22†|
UHMWPE suture group | 47.83 ± 9.42 | 3.34 ± 1.09 | 420.09 ± 99.32†|