Two-Stage Revision Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: Bone Grafting Technique Using an Allograft Bone Matrix

Abstract Outcomes of primary anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction have been reported to be far superior to those of revision reconstruction. However, as the incidence of ACL reconstruction is rapidly increasing, so is the number of failures. The subsequent need for revision ACL reconstruc...

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Published in:Arthroscopy techniques (Amsterdam) 2016-02, Vol.5 (1), p.e189-e195
Main Authors: Chahla, Jorge, M.D, Dean, Chase S., M.D, Cram, Tyler R., A.T.C., O.T.C, Civitarese, David, B.A, O'Brien, Luke, P.T., M.Phty.(Sports), S.C.S, Moulton, Samuel G., B.A, LaPrade, Robert F., M.D., Ph.D
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Language:English
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Summary:Abstract Outcomes of primary anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction have been reported to be far superior to those of revision reconstruction. However, as the incidence of ACL reconstruction is rapidly increasing, so is the number of failures. The subsequent need for revision ACL reconstruction is estimated to occur in up to 13,000 patients each year in the United States. Revision ACL reconstruction can be performed in one or two stages. A two-stage approach is recommended in cases of improper placement of the original tunnels or in cases of unacceptable tunnel enlargement. The aim of this study was to describe the technique for allograft ACL tunnel bone grafting in patients requiring a two-stage revision ACL reconstruction.
ISSN:2212-6287
2212-6287
DOI:10.1016/j.eats.2015.10.021