1. The West Point Knot: A Sliding-Locking Arthroscopic Knot
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Jared A. Wolfe, M.D., Adam M. Pickett, M.D., Gregory Van Blarcum, M.D., Brett D. Owens, M.D., Jeffrey Giuliani, M.D., Matthew Posner, M.D., and Jonathan F. Dickens, M.D.
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Orthopedic surgery ,RD701-811 - Abstract
Despite the advent of sutureless technology, knot tying remains an important skill for any arthroscopist. When one is choosing which knot to tie, there are a variety of options, with each possessing its own inherent strengths and weaknesses. The West Point knot is a sliding-locking arthroscopic knot that is relatively easy to learn and has excellent knot security. This article details the appropriate manner in which to tie this knot.
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- 2018
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