Effects of gamma irradiation on the biomechanical properties of peroneus tendons.

Purpose: This study was designed to investigate the biomechanical properties of nonirradiated (NI) and irradiated (IR) peroneus tendons to determine if they would be suitable allografts, in regards to biomechanical properties, for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction after a dose of 1.5-2.5 Mrad.