Complications In Brief: Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction

When performing reconstruction of the ACL, the major complications that can arise include missed concomitant injuries, tunnel malposition, patellar fracture, knee stiffness, and infection. We review the complications that can occur as a result of errors made before, during, and after surgery.

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Published in:Clinical orthopaedics and related research 2012-02, Vol.470 (2), p.630-636
Main Authors: Tjoumakaris, Fotios Paul, Herz-Brown, Amy L., Legath-Bowers, Andrea, Sennett, Brian J., Bernstein, Joseph
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Anterior Cruciate Ligament - physiopathology
Anterior Cruciate Ligament - surgery
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction - adverse effects
Biomechanical Phenomena
Conservative Orthopedics
Humans
In Brief
Medicine
Medicine & Public Health
Orthopedics
Recovery of Function
Sports Medicine
Surgery
Surgical Orthopedics
Treatment Outcome
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Summary:When performing reconstruction of the ACL, the major complications that can arise include missed concomitant injuries, tunnel malposition, patellar fracture, knee stiffness, and infection. We review the complications that can occur as a result of errors made before, during, and after surgery.
ISSN:0009-921X
1528-1132
DOI:10.1007/s11999-011-2153-y