Fascicular nerve graft using an empty perineurial tube: an experimental study in the rabbit.
An experimental model of a free, empty perineurial tube for use as a nerve graft is presented as an alternative to existing methods. The technique is described and the model compared with conventional nerve graft in the sciatic nerve of a rabbit. Results are evaluated with EMG studies, angiography, and histology. The experimental model compared favorably with the standard graft. Further avenues of investigation and clinical use are suggested.
D000792:Angiography; D000818:Animals; D004576:Electromyography; D008866:Microsurgery / Q000379:methods; D008959:Models, Neurological; D009132:Muscles / Q000294:innervation; D009412:Nerve Fibers / Q000637:transplantation*; D009416:Nerve Regeneration; D010525:Peripheral Nerves / Q000601:surgery*; D011817:Rabbits; D012584:Sciatic Nerve / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery; D013536:Suture Techniques