Research Article

In Vivo Evaluation of Different Collagen Scaffolds in an Achilles Tendon Defect Model

Table 3

Cross section area (mean ± standard deviation) of explanted Achilles tendons treated with both collagen scaffold materials compared to contralateral native Achilles tendon. p < 0.01.

Test MaterialControl MaterialNative Tendon

Cross section (mm2)22.93 ± 4.7122.75 ± 4.696.76 ± 3.01