Antonio Suma

Dr. Antonio Suma

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Academic Career Length

2Years (2025-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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1 July 2025 in Osteology
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Umile Giuseppe LongoUmile Giuseppe Longo
Umile Giuseppe Longo
ASAntonio Suma
Antonio Suma
GMGianmarco Marcello
Gianmarco Marcello
ACAlessandra Corradini
Alessandra Corradini
ACAlice Ceccaroli
Alice Ceccaroli
Alessandro de SireAlessandro de Sire
Alessandro de Sire
Background/Objectives: Complete rupture of the Achilles tendon is a common and challenging injury, specifically for individuals engaged in high-demand activities such as sports. Surgical repair is often required, but conventional methods, including direct suture repair, may fail to address the biological limitations associated with tendon healing, especially in cases involving chronic degeneration or extensive tissue damage. Methods: This case report explains how bioinductive implants, such as the Regeneten collagen-based scaffold, have gained attention as an innovative approach to augment tendon repair. Results: These implants not only provide mechanical stabilization but also promote the regeneration of tendon-like tissue by enhancing the biological healing environment. Conclusions: The use of bioinductive implants, such as the Regeneten scaffold, improves outcomes in tendon repair by augmenting both mechanical stabilization and biological healing. This approach represents a valuable alternative to improve clinical outcomes, particularly in patients with poor prognostic factors.