Biologically enhanced ACL reconstruction.

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serval:BIB_C76112726CEB
Type
Article: article from journal or magazin.
Collection
Publications
Institution
Title
Biologically enhanced ACL reconstruction.
Journal
Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Surgery and Research
Author(s)
Löcherbach C., Zayni R., Chambat P., Sonnery-Cottet B.
ISSN
1877-0568[electronic]
Publication state
Published
Issued date
2010
Volume
96
Number
7
Pages
810-815
Language
english
Abstract
Biological integration of the tendon graft is a crucial prerequisite for successful ACL reconstruction. Histological studies showed that the human ACL remnants contain a cellular capacity for healing potential. The goal of this technical note is to describe an ACL reconstruction technique, using ACL remnants as a biological sleeve for the graft. In case of complete ACL rupture with a large remnant, the tibial tunnel was performed inside and through the ACL tibial stump by careful sequential drilling. Femoral tunnel placement was performed by an outside-in technique. The hamstring graft was kept attached to the tibia and routed through the ACL remnant to the femur. The aim of this technique is the preservation of the biological and mechanical properties of the ACL remnant. In order to preserve large remnants resulting in greater graft coverage, the best period to perform this reconstruction is during the first weeks after the injury.
Keywords
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction, ACL Remnants, Hamstring Graft, Graft Healing, Anterior Cruciate Ligament, Follow-Up, Histological-Evaluation, Tendon Autograft, Patellar Tendon, Graft, Augmentation, Revascularization, Mechanoreceptors, Injury
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Web of science
Open Access
Yes
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19/11/2010 9:44
Last modification date
20/08/2019 16:42
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