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Wenlong H, Maosheng Y, Hanbin W, Yi L. Early clinical outcomes of all-inside arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with autograft tendon augmentation using the LARS internal brace ligament. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2025; 13:1556106. [PMID: 40304007 PMCID: PMC12037631 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2025.1556106] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2025] [Accepted: 04/02/2025] [Indexed: 05/02/2025] Open
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Objective The aim of this study was to compare the early clinical outcomes of all-inside anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction using hamstring tendons augmented using the ligament augmentation and reconstruction system (LARS) versus hamstring tendons alone as a control. Methods This study included 99 patients with ACL injuries who underwent all-inside arthroscopic ACL reconstruction using either the LARS internal brace ligament combined with hamstring tendon (augmentation group, n = 48) or hamstring tendon alone (hamstring group, n = 51). Postoperative follow-up was conducted using Lysholm, International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC), Tegner, KOS-ADLS, and ACL-RSI scores to evaluate functional recovery of patients at 1, 3, and 6 months. If necessary, MRI findings obtained at postoperative 3 months were also analyzed to evaluate graft integration and healing dynamics. Tensile strength of the augmented graft was measured through tensile testing. Moreover, to evaluate the postoperative healing status of the augmented tendon, an ACL reconstruction model was established using New Zealand white rabbits. At 4 and 8 weeks postimplantation, rabbit knees were harvested, decalcified, embedded in paraffin, and stained to evaluate new tissue formation. All statistical analyses were conducted using the GraphPad Prism and SPSS software, with appropriate statistical tests applied for comparison between groups. Results At 1-month postoperative follow-up, the LARS augmentation group demonstrated significantly higher Lysholm, IKDC, and KOS-ADLS scores than the hamstring group, with P < 0.01 for all comparisons. At 3-month postoperative follow-up, the augmentation group exhibited significantly higher Tegner, Lysholm, IKDC, and KOS-ADLS scores than the hamstring group, with P < 0.05 for all measurements. In the tensile testing, the tendons + LARS and LARS groups showed significantly higher maximum loads and lower elongation than the tendon group with P < 0.001 for maximum load and P < 0.05 for elongation. Examination of the histological sections at 4 and 8 weeks showed that the LARS ligament exhibited excellent biocompatibility, with abundant collagen fibers and neovascularization identified between its fibers. Conclusion The combination of LARS internal brace ligaments with autograft tendons in ACL reconstruction provides superior early postoperative outcomes, improving knee stability and patient satisfaction with no remarkable complications. The augmented graft exhibited reliable tensile strength and favorable tissue integration.
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- Department of Joint Surgery and Sports Medicine, Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, Jinan, China
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Simões OB, Oliveira JP, Lemos R, Noronha JC. Donor site morbidity is higher when comparing bone-tendon-bone vs 4-strand semitendinosus/gracilis & all-inside 4-strand semitendinosus for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. J ISAKOS 2025; 11:100394. [PMID: 39889964 DOI: 10.1016/j.jisako.2025.100394] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2024] [Revised: 11/06/2024] [Accepted: 01/23/2025] [Indexed: 02/03/2025]
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OBJECTIVES To study pain and sensory alterations of 75 (three cohorts of 25 patients) patients that underwent different anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) techniques. The cohorts were divided in the bone-patellar tendon-bone (BTB) autograft, the quadruple strand semitendinosus/gracilis (4ST/G) autograft and the all-inside quadruple strand semitendinosus autograft cohort. METHODS We conducted a retrospective study to evaluate pain and sensory alterations after surgery. All these patients followed a similar rehabilitation protocol, being 2 years the minimal follow-up time. Pain was characterized by duration and anatomical location and sensory deficits were evaluated concerning duration and affected area. Patients also scored on three different subjective tests: knee walking test (KWT); Lysholm knee scoring scale (LKSS), and International Knee Documentation Committee Subjective Knee Form (IKDC-SKF) and were divided according to its Tegner activity level scale (TALS). RESULTS The mean anterior knee pain (AKP) duration amongst the three cohorts was 1.8 ± 4.5 months and was smaller in the 4ST/G cohort. The majority of patients of the BTB cohort located pain on the patellar tendon, while patients in the 4ST/G and all-inside cohorts referred that it was diffuse. At 15 days' post-surgery, hypoesthesia was reported by 56 % patients and was higher on the BTB cohort and lower in the all-inside cohort. At 2-year follow-up, the all-inside cohort had no patients with hypoesthesia. In the BTB cohort, the sensitive alterations were only located on the area innervated by the infra-patellar branch of the saphenous nerve (IPBSN). The 4ST/G cohort located the hypoesthesia in the area innervated by the IPBSN and in the area of the lateral sural cutaneous nerve (LSCN). The all-inside group located the sensitive alterations mostly in the LSCN. The KWT was painful in BTB and 4ST/G patients and reported 0 % for the all-inside cohort. No statistic significant relevance was found for the IKDC-SKF and LKSS. CONCLUSIONS All cohorts referred pain and sensitive alterations. Using BTB autograft for ACLR seems to condition a higher number of anterior knee pain and hypoesthesia on medium postoperative follow-up and KWT was more often reported. The 4ST/G group had the smallest duration of AKP. The all-inside cohort showed, globally, a lower number of complaints and a shorter time of symptom persistence, namely in terms of sensory deficits. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE III.
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- Orlando Branco Simões
- Unidade Local de Saúde Gaia e Espinho, Serviço de Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal.
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal; Orthopaedic Department, Centro Hospitalar e Universitário de Coimbra, Unidade Local de Saúde de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Unidade Local de Saúde Gaia e Espinho, Serviço de Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
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- Unidade Local de Saúde de Coimbra, Serviço de Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Coimbra, Portugal; Hospital da Ordem de São Francisco, Porto, Portugal
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Malesa K, Tramś E, Kuliński K, Kamiński R. The effectiveness of quadrupled semitendinosus graft technique in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: A network meta-analysis assessing various graft preparation techniques. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2025; 33:907-925. [PMID: 39126286 DOI: 10.1002/ksa.12421] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2024] [Revised: 07/24/2024] [Accepted: 07/26/2024] [Indexed: 08/12/2024]
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PURPOSE This study aims to perform a network meta-analysis of hamstring graft preparation techniques to enhance anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction guidelines and inform clinical decision-making in patients with primary ACL rupture. METHODS A review of the literature, from 1 January 1990, to 31 August 2023, was conducted following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines, focusing on the clinical outcomes of various hamstring graft preparation techniques. Forty-six studies (over 4800 knees) were analysed. Eight graft compositions: doubled hamstring (ST/G)-1978 grafts, doubled hamstring with augmentation (ST/G+A)-586 grafts, tripled semitendinosus (3ST)-124 grafts, quadrupled semitendinosus (4ST)-1273 grafts, five-strand tripled semitendinosus + doubled gracilis (3ST/2GR-839 grafts, six-strand tripled semitendinosus + tripled gracilis (3ST/3GR)-335 grafts, seven-strand quadrupled semitendinosus + tripled gracilis (4ST/3GR)-11 grafts and ≥eight strands-24 grafts were compared, considering graft sizes, laxity, muscle strength, range-of-motion, patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs), return to sport (RTS) and adverse events. RESULTS The 4ST grafts fared better than the ST/G grafts in the International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC), Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS) Sport, KOOS Q and RTS (mean difference [MD], -1.69; p = 0.0159; MD, -1.55; p = 0.0325; MD, -1.93; p = 0.001; odds ratio: 3.13; p < 0.0001). The IKDC differed significantly between the 4ST and ST/G+A groups (MD, 1.88; p = 0.046). The ST/G+A resulted in the lowest knee laxity, surpassing the ST/G, 3ST and 4ST. The ST/G had the smallest diameter (ST/G vs. ST/G+A: MD, 1.26; 95% confidence interval [CI]: 0.67-1.86, p < 0.0001). Reduced failure rates were noted with the 3ST/2GR (3ST/2GR vs. ST/G: MD, 6.93; p = 0.009) and 3ST/3GR (3ST/3GR vs. ST/G: MD, 53.64; p = 0.006). CONCLUSION The ideal hamstring graft for ACLR should be individualized. A 4ST graft is likely to yield good PROMs. For high stability and rapid RTS, adding augmentation to the graft is advisable. The ST/G is the thinnest graft possible. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Network meta-analysis of level I-III studies.
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- Kamila Malesa
- Department of Musculoskeletal Trauma and Orthopaedics, Gruca Orthopaedic and Trauma Teaching Hospital, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, Otwock, Poland
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- Department of Musculoskeletal Trauma and Orthopaedics, Gruca Orthopaedic and Trauma Teaching Hospital, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, Otwock, Poland
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- Department of Musculoskeletal Trauma and Orthopaedics, Gruca Orthopaedic and Trauma Teaching Hospital, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, Otwock, Poland
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- Department of Musculoskeletal Trauma and Orthopaedics, Gruca Orthopaedic and Trauma Teaching Hospital, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, Otwock, Poland
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Jiménez-Olivares J, Amor-Jiménez S, León-Muñoz VJ, Santonja-Medina F, Lajara-Marco F. Anatomic All-Inside Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction With a Modified Lemaire Extra-Articular Tenodesis: Quadruple-Bundle Semitendinosus Autograft and Surgery Tips. Arthrosc Tech 2025; 14:103238. [PMID: 40041325 PMCID: PMC11873503 DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2024.103238] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2024] [Accepted: 07/21/2024] [Indexed: 03/06/2025] Open
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The past decade has seen changing trends in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery, with the hamstring becoming the most commonly used graft. Furthermore, the importance of extra-articular lateral tenodesis has been demonstrated to offer greater control of rotational laxity and a protective effect during cruciate ligament reconstruction. In this technical note, we describe a way to elaborate the graft with quadrupled semitendinosus tendon to obtain a compact and reliable graft. We provide tips and tricks to systematize and simplify the "all-inside" reconstruction technique and modified Lemaire's extra-articular tenodesis with femoral fixation in an independent bone tunnel under direct visualization to avoid confluence of the bone tunnels. This is a safe, reliable, and reproducible technique that causes less morbidity by removing a single hamstring tendon and preserving bone stock, with good clinical and functional results.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Hospital QuironSalud Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Hospital General Universitario Reina Sofía, Murcia, Spain
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Hospital Clínico Universitario Virgen de la Arrixaca, Murcia, Spain
- Department of Surgery, Pediatrics and Obstetrics & Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Hospital General Universitario Reina Sofía, Murcia, Spain
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Kyriakidis T, Tzaveas A, Melas I, Petras K, Iosifidou AM, Iosifidis M. Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Utilizing Double Adjustable-Loop Suspensory Fixation Devices Provides Good Clinical Outcomes in Patients under the Age of 40 Years at Two-Year Follow-Up. J Clin Med 2024; 13:5436. [PMID: 39336922 PMCID: PMC11432479 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13185436] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2024] [Revised: 09/02/2024] [Accepted: 09/10/2024] [Indexed: 09/30/2024] Open
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Background: Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) using double adjustable fixation gained popularity in the last decade due to its minimally invasive technique. However, suspensory fixation devices could be related to recurrent instability, poor clinical outcomes, and patient dissatisfaction. The present study aims to evaluate the clinical outcomes following ACLR using double adjustable-loop suspensory fixation devices in the demanding population of young patients. Methods: Between 2019 and 2022, 95 patients with knee post-traumatic anterior cruciate ligament insufficiency were treated with primary ACLR using semitendinosus quadrupled graft and double adjustable-loop suspensory fixation devices and followed for at least two years. Concomitant lesions were also treated at the same surgical time. The knee examination form of the International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) was used to assess clinical evaluation, and the return to physical activities using the Tegner Activity Scale was recorded. Patient-reported objective measures (PROMs) were also evaluated, including the IKDC subjective and Lysholm scores. Results: Sixty-six males and twenty-nine females with a mean age of 23.8 (range 18-37) and a mean BMI of 24.9 (SD ± 2.42) kg/m2 were included in this study. All patients were evaluated clinically as normal or nearly normal at the final follow-up. PROMs also significantly improved postoperatively (p < 0.05) compared to the preoperative values. The Tegner Activity Scale increased from 2 to 7, the IKDC mean score improved from 43.9 (±8.9) to 93.3 (±12.3), and the modified Lysholm from 47.3 (±11.1) to 92.9 (±16.6). No complications or adverse events were recorded. Conclusions: Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction utilizing double adjustable-loop suspensory fixation devices provides good clinical and functional outcomes in young patients at a two-year follow-up.
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- Theofylaktos Kyriakidis
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, Erasme University Hospital, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Route de Lennik 808, 1070 Brussels, Belgium;
- 2nd Orthopaedic Department, General Hospital “G. Gennimatas”, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 54635 Thessaloniki, Greece
- 3rd Orthopaedic Department, Interbalkan Medical Center, 57001 Thessaloniki, Greece; (A.T.); (I.M.); (K.P.)
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- 3rd Orthopaedic Department, Interbalkan Medical Center, 57001 Thessaloniki, Greece; (A.T.); (I.M.); (K.P.)
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- 3rd Orthopaedic Department, Interbalkan Medical Center, 57001 Thessaloniki, Greece; (A.T.); (I.M.); (K.P.)
- Orthobiology Surgery Center, 54623 Thessaloniki, Greece
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- 3rd Orthopaedic Department, Interbalkan Medical Center, 57001 Thessaloniki, Greece; (A.T.); (I.M.); (K.P.)
- Orthobiology Surgery Center, 54623 Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Medical School, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 54124 Thessaloniki, Greece;
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- 3rd Orthopaedic Department, Interbalkan Medical Center, 57001 Thessaloniki, Greece; (A.T.); (I.M.); (K.P.)
- Orthobiology Surgery Center, 54623 Thessaloniki, Greece
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Zhu S, Li R. All-Inside Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Had Clinical Outcome Similar to the Transtibial Technique Except for Improved Side-to-Side Difference and Tegner Activity Scale: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Arthroscopy 2024; 40:2276-2288. [PMID: 38354760 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2024.01.044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2023] [Revised: 01/30/2024] [Accepted: 01/30/2024] [Indexed: 02/16/2024]
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PURPOSE To compare clinical outcomes of the all-inside technique with the transtibial technique in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction based on available literature on this topic. METHODS According to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses checklist, we conducted a systematic search for randomized controlled trials and cohort studies. Our comprehensive search encompassed PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science. We included randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and cohort studies that compared the 2 techniques with a minimal 1-year follow-up. Two independent authors assessed RCTs using the risk of bias tool developed by the Cochrane Collaboration and evaluated the quality of cohort studies using the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale for Assessing the Quality of Nonrandomized Comparative Trials. The subjective and objective outcomes, complications, and graft failure were obtained. R software was used to perform the analysis. RESULTS The present analysis enrolled 9 RCTs (n = 687) and 11 cohort studies (n = 910). After a minimal 1-year follow-up in RCTs, functional outcomes such as International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) subjective score, Lysholm score, Tegner activity scale, Knee Society Score, and hop test were found to be similar between 2 techniques. The laxity outcomes, including the IKDC objective grade and pivot-shift test, were suggested to be comparable. There was a significant difference favoring the transtibial technique in terms of side-to-side difference (P = .04; 95% confidence interval [CI], 0.08-0.90). The pooled data from cohort studies indicated equivalent results in terms of IKDC subjective score, Lysholm score, side-to-side difference, IKDC objective grade, complications, and graft failure, with the exception of statistical difference in the Tegner activity scale (P = .03; 95% CI, -0.50 to -0.04). CONCLUSIONS Our findings suggest that there is no difference in most outcome scores between the all-inside and transtibial techniques for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. There are statistically significant differences in side-to-side difference and Tegner activity scale favoring the all-inside technique. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV, meta-analysis of Level I to IV studies.
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- Shuang Zhu
- Department of Orthopaedics, Southern Medical University Zhujiang University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Southern Medical University Zhujiang University, Guangzhou, China.
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Mo IF, Harlem T, Faleide AGH, Strand T, Vindfeld S, Solheim E, Inderhaug E. ACL Reconstruction Using Quadrupled Semitendinosus Versus Double-Stranded Semitendinosus and Gracilis Autograft: 2-Year Results From a Prospective Randomized Controlled Study. Am J Sports Med 2024; 52:1927-1936. [PMID: 38845474 DOI: 10.1177/03635465241254048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/02/2024]
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BACKGROUND A disadvantage of using hamstring tendon autograft consisting of the semitendinosus and gracilis tendons for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction is pain from tendon harvesting and persistent hamstring weakness. In the tendon-sparing all-inside technique, a quadrupled semitendinosus graft and adjustable-loop cortical fixation are suggested to give less postoperative flexion deficits while displaying overall similar clinical results to the traditional hamstring technique. However, there are a limited number of high-quality studies comparing these techniques with inconsistent results. PURPOSE To investigate differences between the all-inside (quadrupled semitendinosus) and traditional hamstring (double-stranded semitendinosus and gracilis) technique regarding (1) self-reported function, (2) hamstring strength, and (3) knee laxity. STUDY DESIGN Randomized controlled trial; Level of evidence, 1. METHODS A total of 98 patients were randomized to either the all-inside or the traditional hamstring technique. Perioperatively, duration of surgery and graft size were obtained. The International Knee Documentation Committee 2000 Subjective Knee Form score, Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score, Tegner Activity Scale score, knee laxity (KT-1000 arthrometer side-to-side difference and pivot shift), range of motion, isokinetic knee strength, and hop test score were collected preoperatively and 2 years postoperatively. Return-to-sport readiness was evaluated 9 months postoperatively. RESULTS A total of 89 patients completed 2-year follow-up, 45 patients with the all-inside technique and 44 patients with the traditional hamstring technique. There were no significant differences between groups in any of the outcome measures 2 years after surgery, but there was a tendency in the all-inside group toward having increased anterior translation (mean, 3.6 mm vs 2.7 mm), a higher number of revision surgeries (5 patients vs 2 patients), and more patients having +1 and +2 pivot-shift values (29 vs 18 patients) when compared with the traditional group. CONCLUSION The all-inside technique yields equivalent results to the traditional hamstring technique 2 years after surgery and should be considered a reliable technique to use for ACL reconstruction. Sparing the gracilis tendon does not lead to less persistent hamstring weakness. Long-term follow-up is needed to further determine whether the tendency of increased anterior translation seen at 2 years postoperatively will lead to a higher risk of graft failure.
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- Ingunn Fleten Mo
- University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
- Haraldsplass Deaconess Hospital, Bergen, Norway
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- University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
- Haraldsplass Deaconess Hospital, Bergen, Norway
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- University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
- Aleris Hospital Nesttun Bergen, Bergen, Norway
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- University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
- Haraldsplass Deaconess Hospital, Bergen, Norway
- Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway
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Bouché PA, Lefevre N, Bohu Y, Gerometta A, Meyer A, Grimaud O, Hardy A. Comparison of the retear rate 2years after ACL reconstruction with the Tape Locking Screw short graft system and the STG technique: A case control study with propensity score matching. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res 2024; 110:103848. [PMID: 38408559 DOI: 10.1016/j.otsr.2024.103848] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2023] [Revised: 02/20/2024] [Accepted: 02/22/2024] [Indexed: 02/28/2024]
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PURPOSE Theoretically, short semitendinosus grafts result in less pain and morbidity while providing greater knee flexion strength and sparing the gracilis tendon. They often require the use of blind bone tunnels as well as fixation at both ends of the graft with suspensory cortical buttons. The "Tape Locking Screw" (TLS) system is another option. There are few studies comparing ACL reconstruction with a short graft using the 4-strand semitendinosus graft (ST4-TLS) technique with that of the semitendinosus-gracilis (STG) procedure. This study was designed: (1) to compare the retear rate following these two technics after 2years of follow-up, (2) to compare the clinical scores, complications and return to sport times between the two procedures Q1, Q2. HYPOTHESIS Our hypothesis was that there would be no differences in retear rates between the two techniques. METHODS This single center case control study included 290 patients who underwent STG reconstruction that were paired by propensity score matching to 299 patients who underwent ST4-TLS reconstruction. The main evaluation criterion was the retear rate 2years after surgery. Secondary criteria were the two-year postoperative complication rate, the time to return to sport, to pivot sports and to running, as well as the complication rates and clinical scores 6months, 1year and 2years after surgery. RESULTS At the final follow-up, the overall retear rate in our series of ACL ligament reconstruction was 6.0% (36/596). There was no difference in retear rates between the groups 2years after ligament reconstruction [ST4-TLS: 6.7% (20/299) vs. STG: 5.4% (16/297); p=0.47]. The postoperative KOOS symptom score and the Tegner score were found to be better in the STG group at 1year (81 vs. 78, p=0.008) and 2years (5.64 vs. 5.10, p=0.016), respectively, representing the minimally clinically important difference (MCID) for the latter. No difference was found in the other clinical scores 6months, 1year or 2years after surgery. There was no significant difference in the return to sport [TLS: 93.0% (164/299) vs. STG: 93.0% (158/297) p=0.99] or the complication rate [TLS: 8.7% (26/299) vs. STG: 7.4% (22/297) p=0.89] between the groups. DISCUSSION The ST4-TLS ACL ligament reconstruction technique was found to be as reliable as the standard STG procedure 2years after surgery for the retear rate and the return to sport, although the results of certain postoperative clinical scores seem to be lower. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE III; case control study.
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- Pierre-Alban Bouché
- Service de chirurgie orthopédique et traumatologique, Hôpital Lariboisière, 2, rue Ambroise-Paré, 75010 Paris, France.
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- Clinique du Sport Paris V, 36, boulevard Saint-Marcel, 75005 Paris, France
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- Clinique du Sport Paris V, 36, boulevard Saint-Marcel, 75005 Paris, France
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- Clinique du Sport Paris V, 36, boulevard Saint-Marcel, 75005 Paris, France
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- Clinique du Sport Paris V, 36, boulevard Saint-Marcel, 75005 Paris, France
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- Clinique du Sport Paris V, 36, boulevard Saint-Marcel, 75005 Paris, France
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- Clinique du Sport Paris V, 36, boulevard Saint-Marcel, 75005 Paris, France
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Varghese P, Patra SK, Das G, Patro BP, Jain G, P. HM. Comparison of the Functional Outcomes of Arthroscopic Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction through the All-inside and Outside-in Techniques: A Double-Blinded Randomized Controlled Trial. Rev Bras Ortop 2024; 59:e385-e392. [PMID: 38911895 PMCID: PMC11193577 DOI: 10.1055/s-0044-1786726] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2023] [Accepted: 02/20/2024] [Indexed: 06/25/2024] Open
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Objective To compare the functional outcomes of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction with hamstring autograft (HA) through the all-inside (AI) technique with adjustable-loop cortical Endobutton (Smith & Nephew, Watford, Hertfordshire, England) on the sides of the femur and tibia and through the outside-in (OI) technique using an interference screw on the tibial side and a cortical Endobutton on the femoral side. Materials and Methods The present is a double-blinded randomized controlled trial (RCT) of 44 patients undergoing arthroscopic ACL reconstruction from February 2019 to February 2022 in a tertiary care hospital. As per computer-based randomization, the patients were distributed into two groups: the AI and OI groups. Both groups were evaluated for 12 months using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), the Lysholm Knee Scoring Scale, and part I (pain score) and part II (function score) of the Knee Society Score (KSS). Results On postoperative day 2, the VAS score was significantly higher in the OI group ( p = 0.0001), but insignificant ( p = 0.807) at 6 weeks. At 3, 6, and 12 months of follow-up, the score on the Lysholm Knee Scoring Scale was significantly higher ( p = 0.001) in the AI group. At 6 months, both parts of the KSS showed a significant difference, with the AI group presenting a better outcome ( p = 0.04). However, at 12 months, the AI group presented a better score on part I of the KSS, but no differences were observed regarding part II. Conclusion In a follow-up of 12 months, the patients submitted to the AI technique presented better outcome scores and pain relief than those submitted to the OI technique.
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- Paulson Varghese
- Departamento de Ortopedia, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bhubaneswar, Índia
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- Departamento de Trauma e Emergência, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bhubaneswar, Índia
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- Departamento de Ortopedia, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bhubaneswar, Índia
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- Departamento de Ortopedia, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bhubaneswar, Índia
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- Departamento de Ortopedia, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bhubaneswar, Índia
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- Departamento de Farmacologia, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bhubaneswar, Índia
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Sato D, Moulton SG, Lansdown DA, Benjamin Ma C. All-Inside ACL Reconstruction: Short Femoral and Tibial Socket Technique. VIDEO JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE 2024; 4:26350254231212232. [PMID: 40308984 PMCID: PMC11997280 DOI: 10.1177/26350254231212232] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2023] [Accepted: 10/18/2023] [Indexed: 05/02/2025]
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Background Recently, there has been an increase in interest in all-inside anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction (ACLR). Regarding graft maturity, graft contact with the bone tunnel is important. All-inside ACLR with short femoral and tibial sockets might allow to increase the contact between the graft and the socket (ie, no interference screw and contact between the graft and bottom of the socket) and can improve graft maturing. Indications All-inside ACLR with short sockets technique is indicated in patients with primary ACL rupture or ACL graft re-rupture. Technique Description The patient was placed in supine position. Following examination under anesthesia, diagnostic arthroscopy was performed to assess for meniscus injuries and chondral defects. The surgical technique required 6 steps: (1) graft preparation (4-strand semitendinosus tendon, graft length was about 45 mm, grafts larger than 8 mm), (2) creating femoral socket (5-10 mm), (3) creating tibial tunnel socket (10-15 mm), (4) passing the graft, (5) tensioning the graft, and (6) graft fixation and skin closure. Patients were partial weightbearing with crutches for 3 weeks and used a hinged knee brace for 6 weeks after surgery. Return to activities was based on functional strength recovery, with a return to running targeted at 4 to 5 months after surgery. Results All-inside ACLR with short sockets technique provides a better chance of return to preinjury level of activity with accompanied patient satisfaction as compared with anteromedial portal technique at 2 years of follow-up. This technique has favorable functional and clinical outcomes with improvement of graft maturing. Discussion/Conclusion In conclusion, we propose that ACLR with short tibial and femoral socket technique is simple and safe with favorable clinical outcomes. This is an advantageous ACLR technique that can preserve the gracilis muscle and reduce muscle strength loss of affected limbs. In addition, the all-inside technique is circumferential filling of the socket with the graft, which might increase bone to graft contact compared with interference screws. Further study is needed to show the better clinical outcome and the earlier graft maturation compared with ordinary ACLR. Patient Consent Disclosure Statement The author(s) attests that consent has been obtained from any patient(s) appearing in this publication. If the individual may be identifiable, the author(s) has included a statement of release or other written form of approval from the patient(s) with this submission for publication.
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- Dai Sato
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, California, USA
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Hokkaido University, Kita-ku, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, California, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, California, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, California, USA
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Matteucci A, Högberg J, Piussi R, Wernbom M, Franceschetti E, Longo UG, Samuelsson K, Lövgren J, Hamrin Senorski E. Comparison of knee flexor strength recovery between semitendinosus alone versus semitendinosus with gracilis autograft for ACL reconstruction: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2024; 25:136. [PMID: 38347523 PMCID: PMC10863077 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-024-07226-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2023] [Accepted: 01/23/2024] [Indexed: 02/15/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Whether there is a difference in harvesting the semitendinosus tendon alone (S) or in combination with the gracilis tendon (SG) for the recovery of knee flexor strength after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction remains inconclusive. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the recovery of knee flexor strength based on the autograft composition, S or SG autograft at 6, 12, and ≥ 24 months after ACL reconstruction. METHODS A systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted following the PRISMA guidelines. A comprehensive search was performed encompassing the Cochrane Library, Embase, Medline, PEDRo and AMED databases from inception to January 2023. Inclusion criteria were human clinical trials published in English, comprised of randomized controlled trials (RCTs), longitudinal cohort-, cross-sectional and case-control studies that compared knee flexor strength recovery between S and SG autografts in patients undergoing primary ACL reconstruction. Isokinetic peak torques were summarized for angular velocities of 60°/s, 180°/s, and across all angular velocities, assessed at 6, 12, and ≥ 24 months after ACL reconstruction. A random-effects model was used with standardized mean differences and 95% confidence intervals. Risk of bias was assessed with the RoBANS for non-randomized studies and the Cochrane RoB 2 tool for RCTs. Certainty of evidence was appraised using the GRADE working group methodology. RESULTS Among the 1,227 patients from the 15 included studies, 604 patients received treatment with S autograft (49%), and 623 received SG autograft (51%). Patients treated with S autograft displayed lesser strength deficits at 6 months across all angular velocities d = -0.25, (95% CI -0.40; -0.10, p = 0.001). Beyond 6 months after ACL reconstruction, no significant difference was observed between autograft compositions. CONCLUSION The harvest of S autograft for ACL reconstruction yields superior knee flexor strength recovery compared to SG autograft 6 months after ACL reconstruction, irrespective of angular velocity at isokinetic testing. However, the clinical significance of the observed difference in knee flexor strength between autograft compositions at 6 months is questionable, given the very low certainty of evidence and small effect size. There was no significant difference in knee flexor strength recovery between autograft compositions beyond 6 months after ACL reconstruction. TRIAL REGISTRATION CRD42022286773.
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- Angelo Matteucci
- Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Largo Francesco Vito 1, 00168, Rome, Italy
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- Sportrehab Sports Medicine Clinic, Stampgatan 14, 411 01, Gothenburg, Sweden.
- Sahlgrenska Sports Medicine Center, Sahlgrenska Academy, Gothenburg, Sweden.
- Unit of Physiotherapy, Department of Health and Rehabilitation, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Box 455, 405 30, Gothenburg, Sweden.
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- Sportrehab Sports Medicine Clinic, Stampgatan 14, 411 01, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Sahlgrenska Sports Medicine Center, Sahlgrenska Academy, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Unit of Physiotherapy, Department of Health and Rehabilitation, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Box 455, 405 30, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Sportrehab Sports Medicine Clinic, Stampgatan 14, 411 01, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Unit of Physiotherapy, Department of Health and Rehabilitation, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Box 455, 405 30, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Fondazione Policlinico Campus Bio-Medico, Via Alvaro del Portillo 200, Rome, Italy
- Research Unit of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, Department of Medicine and Surgery, Università Campus Bio-Medico, Via Alvaro del Portillo 21, 00128, Rome, Italy
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- Fondazione Policlinico Campus Bio-Medico, Via Alvaro del Portillo 200, Rome, Italy
- Research Unit of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, Department of Medicine and Surgery, Università Campus Bio-Medico, Via Alvaro del Portillo 21, 00128, Rome, Italy
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- Sahlgrenska Sports Medicine Center, Sahlgrenska Academy, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Department of Orthopaedics, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Department of Orthopaedics, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Mölndal, Sweden
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- Active Physio Sports Medicine Clinic, Brogatan 23, 431 30, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Sportrehab Sports Medicine Clinic, Stampgatan 14, 411 01, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Sahlgrenska Sports Medicine Center, Sahlgrenska Academy, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Unit of Physiotherapy, Department of Health and Rehabilitation, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Box 455, 405 30, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Swedish Olympic Committee, Stockholm, Sweden
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Li X, Cao W, Zhou H, Ji R, Xiao J, Zhao C. The healing effect of the all inside technique is superior to the traditional technique in the reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament. Eur J Transl Myol 2024; 34:11970. [PMID: 38351844 PMCID: PMC11017173 DOI: 10.4081/ejtm.2024.11970] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2023] [Accepted: 10/24/2023] [Indexed: 03/28/2024] Open
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Our main objective was to examine the curative effect of all inside technique and traditional technique in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. In our retrospective study at the First People's Hospital of Jiashan County, we analyzed 88 participants with ACL injuries (50 males, 38 females, average age 27 years). They were randomly divided into two groups: traditional ACL reconstruction (42 participants) and all inside ACL reconstruction (46 participants). We measured and recorded the Visual Analog Scores (VAS), International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC), Lysholm scores, operation time, graft diameter and length between the traditional technique group and all inside technique group. There were statistically significant differences in the Lysholm scores and IKDC scores between traditional and all inside technique groups. The all inside technique showed a higher efficacy and effective post-operative recovery with minimal pain and recurrent injuries. Our findings showed that the differences in gender, age, side of injury and operation time were not significant (p> 0.05). Follow-up was conducted at 6 months and 12 months post operations (mean, 7.5 ± 1.1 months). All inside technique minimizing tissue disruption, optimizing graft placement and facilitating early recovery have a significant impact on patient outcomes.
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- Xiong Li
- Department of Orthopedics, Jiashan County First People's Hospital, Jiaxing, Zhejiang.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Jiashan County First People's Hospital, Jiaxing, Zhejiang.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Jiashan County First People's Hospital, Jiaxing, Zhejiang.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Jiashan County First People's Hospital, Jiaxing, Zhejiang.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Jiashan County First People's Hospital, Jiaxing, Zhejiang.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Center for Rehabilitation Medicine, Zhejiang Provincial People's Hospital（Affiliated People's Hospital, Hangzhou Medical College), Hangzhou, Zhejiang.
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Högberg J, Piussi R, Lövgren J, Wernbom M, Simonsson R, Samuelsson K, Hamrin Senorski E. Restoring Knee Flexor Strength Symmetry Requires 2 Years After ACL Reconstruction, But Does It Matter for Second ACL Injuries? A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. SPORTS MEDICINE - OPEN 2024; 10:2. [PMID: 38180584 PMCID: PMC10769975 DOI: 10.1186/s40798-023-00666-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2023] [Accepted: 12/05/2023] [Indexed: 01/06/2024]
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BACKGROUND It is unknown whether knee flexor strength recovers after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction with a hamstring tendon (HT) autograft and whether persistent knee flexor strength asymmetry is associated to a second ACL injury. OBJECTIVE We aimed to systematically review (1) whether knee flexor strength recovers after ACL reconstruction with HT autografts, and (2) whether it influences the association with a second ACL injury. A third aim was to summarize the methodology used to assess knee flexor strength. DESIGN Systematic review and meta-analysis reported according to PRISMA. METHODS A systematic search was performed using the Cochrane Library, Embase, Medline, PEDRo, and AMED databases from inception to December 2021 and until completion in January 2023. Human clinical trials written in English and conducted as randomized controlled trials, longitudinal cohort, cross-sectional, and case-control studies on patients with index ACL reconstructions with HT autografts harvested from the ipsilateral side were considered. Knee flexor strength was measured isokinetically in both the reconstructed and uninjured limb to enable the calculation of the limb symmetry index (LSI). The Risk of Bias Assessment Tool for Non-Randomized Studies was used to assess risk of bias for non-randomized studies and the revised Cochrane Risk of Bias tool was used for randomized controlled trials. For the meta-analysis, the LSI (mean ± standard error) for concentric knee flexor strength at angular velocities of 60°/second (s) and 180°/s preoperatively and at 3 months, 6 months, 12 months, and 24 months were pooled as weighted means with standard errors. RESULTS The search yielded 64 studies with a total of 8378 patients, which were included for the assessment of recovery of knee flexor strength LSI, and a total of 610 patients from four studies that investigated the association between knee flexor strength and second ACL injuries. At 1 year after ACL reconstruction, the knee flexor strength LSI had recovered to 89.0% (95% CI 87.3; 90.7%) and 88.3% (95% CI 85.5; 91.1%) for the velocities of 60°/s and 180°/s, respectively. At 2 years, the LSI was 91.7% (95% CI 90.8; 92.6%) and 91.2% (95% CI 88.1; 94.2%), for velocities of 60°/s and 180°/s, respectively. For the association between knee flexor strength and second ACL injuries, there was insufficient and contradictory data. CONCLUSIONS There was low to very low certainty of evidence indicating that the recovery of knee flexor strength LSI, defined as ≥ 90% of the uninjured side, takes up to 2 years after ACL reconstruction with HT autografts. Whether knee flexor strength deficits influence the association of second ACL injuries is still uncertain. There was considerable heterogeneity in the methodology used for knee flexor strength assessment, which together with the low to very low certainty of evidence, warrants further caution in the interpretation of our results. REGISTRATION NUMBER CRD42022286773.
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- Johan Högberg
- Sportrehab Sports Medicine Clinic, Stampgatan 14, 411 01, Gothenburg, Sweden.
- Sahlgrenska Sports Medicine Center, Gothenburg, Sweden.
- Unit of Physiotherapy, Department of Health and Rehabilitation, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Box 455, 405 30, Gothenburg, Sweden.
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- Sportrehab Sports Medicine Clinic, Stampgatan 14, 411 01, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Sahlgrenska Sports Medicine Center, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Unit of Physiotherapy, Department of Health and Rehabilitation, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Box 455, 405 30, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Active Physio Sports Medicine Clinic, Brogatan 23, 431 30, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Sportrehab Sports Medicine Clinic, Stampgatan 14, 411 01, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Unit of Physiotherapy, Department of Health and Rehabilitation, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Box 455, 405 30, Gothenburg, Sweden
- The Rydberg Laboratory for Applied Sciences, Halmstad University, Box 823, 301 18, Halmstad, Sweden
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- Sportrehab Sports Medicine Clinic, Stampgatan 14, 411 01, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Sahlgrenska Sports Medicine Center, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Unit of Physiotherapy, Department of Health and Rehabilitation, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Box 455, 405 30, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Sahlgrenska Sports Medicine Center, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Department of Orthopaedics, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Department of Orthopaedics, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Mölndal, Sweden
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- Sportrehab Sports Medicine Clinic, Stampgatan 14, 411 01, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Sahlgrenska Sports Medicine Center, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Unit of Physiotherapy, Department of Health and Rehabilitation, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Box 455, 405 30, Gothenburg, Sweden
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Polat G, Bayram S, Kiliçoğlu ÖI. COMPARAÇÃO CLÍNICA E FUNCIONAL DA RECONSTRUÇÃO DO LIGAMENTO CRUZADO ANTERIOR COM DUAS TÉCNICAS DE FIXAÇÃO DIFERENTES: PORTAL ANTEROMEDIAL VERSUS ALL-INSIDE. ACTA ORTOPEDICA BRASILEIRA 2023; 31:e266680. [PMID: 38115874 PMCID: PMC10726710 DOI: 10.1590/1413-785220233105e266680] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2022] [Accepted: 03/27/2023] [Indexed: 12/21/2023]
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- Gökhan Polat
- Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Istanbul, Turkey
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Dai Y, Gao WJ, Li WC, Xiang XX, Wang WM. Research progress on preparation of lateral femoral tunnel and graft fixation in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. World J Clin Cases 2023; 11:8247-8255. [PMID: 38130627 PMCID: PMC10731198 DOI: 10.12998/wjcc.v11.i35.8247] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2023] [Revised: 11/01/2023] [Accepted: 12/01/2023] [Indexed: 12/14/2023] Open
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Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is one of the most common types of sports injuries. People's need to participate in sports and desire for a high quality of life promotes the continuous development of ACL reconstruction technology. Arthroscopic ACL reconstruction has been recognized as an effective method for the treatment of ACL injuries. This review analyses and summarizes the advantages and limitations of each surgical procedure for arthroscopic ACL reconstruction reported in the relevant literature so as to promote the future development of more relevant techniques.
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- Yue Dai
- Department of Sports Medicine, Dalian University Affiliated Xinhua Hospital, Dalian 116021, Liaoning Province, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Dalian University Affiliated Xinhua Hospital, Dalian 116021, Liaoning Province, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Dalian University Affiliated Xinhua Hospital, Dalian 116021, Liaoning Province, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Dalian University Affiliated Xinhua Hospital, Dalian 116021, Liaoning Province, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Dalian University Affiliated Xinhua Hospital, Dalian 116021, Liaoning Province, China
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Bosco F, Giustra F, Ghirri A, Cacciola G, Massè A, Capella M. All-Inside Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Technique: Tips and Tricks. J Clin Med 2023; 12:5793. [PMID: 37762734 PMCID: PMC10532376 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12185793] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2023] [Revised: 08/25/2023] [Accepted: 09/04/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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The all-inside anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) technique was developed to improve patient outcomes by reducing the procedure's invasiveness, minimizing complications and pain, and enabling faster postoperative recovery. This study presents a detailed description of the all-inside ACLR technique, which involves the use of quadrupled semitendinosus (ST) graft and suspension devices at both tibial and femoral sites, as well as valuable tips for avoiding complications that may arise during the procedure. The surgical procedure employs retrograde drills to create bony sockets for graft passage, which are then fixed with suspension devices at both the tibial and femoral sites. This technique has no specific restrictions and may be applied to all patients with anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries. The literature reports the advantages, good clinical outcomes, and medium- to long-term graft survival achieved with the all-inside ACLR technique. However, the complications and disadvantages associated with the technique must be considered.
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- Francesco Bosco
- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University of Turin, Centro Traumatologico Ortopedico (CTO), 10124 Turin, Italy; (F.G.); (G.C.); (A.M.); (M.C.)
- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Ospedale San Giovanni Bosco di Torino—ASL Città di Torino, 10154 Turin, Italy;
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University of Turin, Centro Traumatologico Ortopedico (CTO), 10124 Turin, Italy; (F.G.); (G.C.); (A.M.); (M.C.)
- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Ospedale San Giovanni Bosco di Torino—ASL Città di Torino, 10154 Turin, Italy;
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Ospedale San Giovanni Bosco di Torino—ASL Città di Torino, 10154 Turin, Italy;
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University of Turin, Centro Traumatologico Ortopedico (CTO), 10124 Turin, Italy; (F.G.); (G.C.); (A.M.); (M.C.)
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University of Turin, Centro Traumatologico Ortopedico (CTO), 10124 Turin, Italy; (F.G.); (G.C.); (A.M.); (M.C.)
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University of Turin, Centro Traumatologico Ortopedico (CTO), 10124 Turin, Italy; (F.G.); (G.C.); (A.M.); (M.C.)
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Takahashi T, Watanabe S, Ito T. A Surgical Technique for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Using Semitendinosus Graft: An All-Inside Transfemoral Approach. Arthrosc Tech 2023; 12:e975-e982. [PMID: 37424637 PMCID: PMC10323973 DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2023.02.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2022] [Accepted: 02/14/2023] [Indexed: 07/11/2023] Open
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Given the paucity of reports on all-inside reconstruction procedures via the transfemoral approach, we describe a minimally invasive, all-inside transfemoral technique that enables creating femoral and tibial sockets from the intra-articular cavity. Our transfemoral approach makes it possible to sequentially create femoral and tibial sockets using the same reamer bit, while a single drilling guide is set in place. Our custom socket drilling guide was designed to integrate with a tibial tunnel guide, which helped locate the tunnel exit at an anatomically acceptable location. The advantages of this method include easy and precise positioning of the femoral tunnel, narrow tibial tunnel, minimal damage to the intramedullary trabecular bone integrity, and low postoperative risks of pain, bleeding, and infections.
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- Toshiaki Takahashi
- Department of Sports and Health Science, Faculty of Collaborating Regional Innovation, Ehime University, Matsuyama, Ehime, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Watanabe Hospital, Matsuyama, Ehime, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Murakami Memorial Hospital, Saijo, Ehime, Japan
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An BJ, Wang YT, Zhao Z, Wang MX, Xing GY. Comparative study of the clinical efficacy of all-inside and traditional techniques in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. World J Clin Cases 2023; 11:3195-3203. [PMID: 37274047 PMCID: PMC10237140 DOI: 10.12998/wjcc.v11.i14.3195] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2022] [Revised: 03/05/2023] [Accepted: 04/04/2023] [Indexed: 05/16/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Many studies have focused on the femoral tunnel technique and fixation method, but few studies have involved the tibial tunnel technique and fixation method. The all-inside technique is one of the new techniques that has been described in recent years. All-inside anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is based on a tibial socket instead of a full tunnel. This method has many potential advantages.
AIM To compare clinical outcomes of knee ACL autograft reconstruction using all-inside quadrupled semitendinosus (AIST) and traditional hamstring tendon (TBT) techniques.
METHODS From January 2017 to October 2019, the clinical data of 80 patients with ACL reconstruction were retrospectively analyzed, including 67 males and 13 females. The patients had an average age of 24.3 ± 3.1 years (age range: 18-33 years). The AIST technique was used in 42 patients and the TBT technique was used in 38 patients. The time between operation and injury, operative duration, postoperative visual analogue scale (VAS) score and knee functional recovery were recorded and compared between the two groups. The International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) and Lysholm scoring system were used to comprehensively evaluate clinical efficacy.
RESULTS Eighty patients were followed for 24-36 mo, with an average follow-up duration of 27.5 ± 1.8 mo. There were no significant differences in the time between surgery and injury, operative duration, IKDC and Lysholm scores of the affected knee at the last follow-up evaluation between the two groups. There were significant differences in VAS scores 1 d, 3 d, 7 d, 2 wk and 1 mo after surgery (P < 0.05). There was no significant difference in VAS score at 3 mo, 6 mo and 1 year after operation.
CONCLUSION The efficacy of the AIST ACL reconstruction technique was comparable to the TBT technique, but the postoperative pain was less with the AIST technique. Thus, the AIST technique is an ideal treatment choice for ACL reconstruction.
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- Bai-Jing An
- Department of Sports Medicine, The Fourth Medical Center of PLA General Hospital, Beijing 100000, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, The Fourth Medical Center of PLA General Hospital, Beijing 100000, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, The Fourth Medical Center of PLA General Hospital, Beijing 100000, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, The Fourth Medical Center of PLA General Hospital, Beijing 100000, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, The Fourth Medical Center of PLA General Hospital, Beijing 100000, China
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Lv X, Wang M, Zhao T, Wang L, Dong S, Tan H. All-inside versus complete tibial tunnel techniques in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. J Orthop Surg Res 2023; 18:127. [PMID: 36810091 PMCID: PMC9945687 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-023-03613-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2022] [Accepted: 02/14/2023] [Indexed: 02/24/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND All-inside anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) is a novel technique that has gained attention due to its minimally invasive. However, evidence surrounding the efficacy and safety between all-inside and complete tibial tunnel ACLR are lacking. Present work was aimed to compare clinical outcome for ACLR performed with an all-inside versus a complete tibial tunnel technique. METHODS Systematic searches were conducted of published literature on PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane for studies according to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines up to May 10, 2022. The outcomes included KT-1000 arthrometer ligament laxity test, International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) subjective score, Lysholm score, Tegner activity scale, and Knee Society Score (KSS) Scale, and tibial tunnel widening. Complications of interest extracted were graft re-ruptures and evaluated the graft re-rupture rate. Data from published RCTs meeting inclusion criteria were extracted and analyzed, and all the extracted data are pooled and analyzed by RevMan 5.3. RESULTS A total of 8 randomized controlled trials involving 544 patients (consisting of 272 all-inside and 272 complete tibial tunnel patients) were included in the meta-analysis. We found clinical outcomes (International Knee Documentation Committee [IKDC] subjective score: mean difference [MD], 2.22; 95% CI, 0.23-4.22; p = 0.03; Lysholm score: MD, 1.09; 95% CI, 0.25-1.93; p = 0.01; Tegner activity scale: MD, 0.41; 95% CI, 0.11-0.71; p < 0.01; Tibial Tunnel Widening: MD = - 1.92; 95% CI, - 3.58 to - 0.25; p = 0.02; knee laxity: MD = 0.66; 95% CI, 0.12-1.20; p = 0.02; and graft re-rupture rate: RR, 1.97;95% CI, 0.50-7.74; P = 0.33) in the all-inside and complete tibial tunnel group. The findings also indicated that all-inside may be more advantageous in tibial tunnel healing. CONCLUSION Our meta-analysis indicated that the all-inside ACLR was superior to complete tibial tunnel ACLR in functional outcomes and tibial tunnel widening. However, the all-inside ACLR was not entirely superior to complete tibial tunnel ACLR in knee laxity measured, and graft re-rupture rate.
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- XiaoYu Lv
- grid.285847.40000 0000 9588 0960Kunming Medical University, Kunming, 650032 Yunnan People’s Republic of China
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- grid.285847.40000 0000 9588 0960Kunming Medical University, Kunming, 650032 Yunnan People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force, 212 Daguan Road, Kunming, 650100 Yunnan People’s Republic of China
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- grid.285847.40000 0000 9588 0960Kunming Medical University, Kunming, 650032 Yunnan People’s Republic of China
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- grid.285847.40000 0000 9588 0960Kunming Medical University, Kunming, 650032 Yunnan People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force, 212 Daguan Road, Kunming, 650100, Yunnan, People's Republic of China.
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Thor J, Han Dave LY, Tapasvi S, Beyzadeoglu T. Short graft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: Current concepts. J ISAKOS 2023; 8:29-36. [PMID: 36202296 DOI: 10.1016/j.jisako.2022.09.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2022] [Revised: 09/14/2022] [Accepted: 09/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Short graft anterior cruciate igament reconstruction is increasing in popularity for performing a primary ACLR. The short graft coupled with the all-inside technique using closed sockets and suspensory fixation at both femoral and tibial ends are its defining features. The outcomes of this technique have been comparable to well established transportal ACLR techniques. It has the benefits of preserved hamstring strength and less pain attributed to transtibial drilling. However, there is a learning curve involved and will require time before mastery of the technique. Furthermore, in combined osteotomy or multiligament surgery, the use of short graft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with sockets preserve bone stock and the single tendon harvest spares the other tendons for use in other ligament reconstruction.
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- Jessica Thor
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery,Changi General Hospital, Singapore.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, National University Hospital, Singapore.
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- Professor of Orthopedics & Traumatology Halic University & Beyzadeoglu Clinic Istanbul, Turkey.
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Phatama KY, Mustamsir E, Jaya AO, Pradana AS, Putra DP, Hidayat M. Patellofemoral functional outcome of gracilis sparing compared to gracilis sacrificing ACL reconstruction. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2022; 84:104940. [PMID: 36504706 PMCID: PMC9732112 DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2022.104940] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2022] [Revised: 10/24/2022] [Accepted: 11/12/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Introduction The hamstring is the most popular autograft used for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). Despite its excellent outcome, donor site morbidity is also irritating. Patellofemoral problems are reported to be one of the side effects after hamstring autograft harvesting, suggested to be due to both gracilis & semitendinosus sacrificing. Some experts propose retaining gracilis to decrease patellofemoral problems. The all-inside technique is an advantageous ACLR technique that can preserve the gracilis muscle while reducing muscle strength loss of affected limbs and the risk of knee joint instability under rotational load. This study aims to compare the patellofemoral functional outcome of both gracilis sparing and sacrificing using a validated Kujala score three months after ACLR. Methods There was total of 20 subjects who underwent ACLR between December 2021 and May 2022 and met the inclusion criteria. They were then grouped into gracilis sparing group (n = 10) and gracilis sacrificing group (n = 10). Follow up assessment (Kujala Score) was conducted during phase II of the rehabilitation program. The assessed variables were surgery technique, time of surgery-to-evaluation, and Kujala Score. Result There were no significant differences in Kujala Score between gracilis sparing and gracilis sacrificing groups (p = 0.809). There was a strong positive correlation between the time of surgery-to-evaluation and Kujala Score in each group (p = 0.942 and p = 0.910, respectively). Conclusion There are no differences in patellofemoral functional outcomes between patients who undergo gracilis sparing and gracilis sacrificing ACLR with good scores of Kujala, which means both gracilis sparing and sacrificing show no harm to the patellofemoral after the ACLR.
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- Krisna Yuarno Phatama
- Corresponding author. Jl. Jaksa Agung Suprapto No.2, Klojen, Malang, 65111, East Java, Indonesia.
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Toofan H, Tabatabaei Irani P, Ghadimi E, Ayati Firoozabadi M, Mortazavi SMJ. Simultaneous Arthroscopic Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Using Double Suspensory Technique and Medial Open-Wedge, High Tibial Osteotomy. Arthrosc Tech 2022; 11:e2357-e2364. [PMID: 36632396 PMCID: PMC9827118 DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2022.08.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2022] [Accepted: 08/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) is generally performed regardless of knee malalignments. However, there are some indications for either staged or simultaneous ACL reconstruction and realignment procedures, such as high tibial osteotomy (HTO). Simultaneous HTO-ACL reconstruction has the apparent benefit of a single surgical procedure with a faster recovery than a staged procedure, and it produces good clinical outcomes. Several techniques have been described for simultaneous ACLR and medial open wedge HTO. The tibial tunnel preparation and graft fixation are the most challenging part of the procedure. Recent studies on comparison of fixation of tibial tunnel graft using suspensory fixation versus bioabsorbable screws have shown superior results of more bone preservation and less graft rupture. We assumed suspensory fixation on the tibial side with bone preservation might be more reliable in patients who received ACLR and open wedge HTO at the same time. Therefore, we described our technique of simultaneous open-wedge HTO and ACLR using double suspensory graft fixation.
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- Hesam Toofan
- Joint Reconstruction Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Joint Reconstruction Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Joint Reconstruction Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Joint Reconstruction Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran,Address correspondence to Javad Mortazavi, M.D., Joint Reconstruction Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, 1419733141, Tehran, Iran.
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Lin TY, Chung CC, Chen WC, Su CW, Fang HW, Lu YC. Complications following all-inside anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS 2022; 46:2569-2576. [PMID: 35859213 DOI: 10.1007/s00264-022-05515-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2022] [Accepted: 07/11/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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PURPOSE We conducted a comprehensive analysis of possible perioperative complications following all-inside anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). Additional techniques and tips are proposed to prevent and manage complications. METHODS Complications following all-inside ACLR performed between December 2015 and December 2020 were retrospectively analysed. Altogether, 348 operations were performed and 275 patients were enrolled with a minimum 12-month follow-up period. Only semitendinosus autograft was utilised in most patients, and semitendinosus-gracilis autograft and allograft were used in five and 31 patients, respectively. Simultaneous meniscal repair, partial meniscectomy, and chondral surgery were performed in 29.5%, 21.1%, and 4.4% of patients, respectively. Complications were observed based on the patient's clinical condition, plain film, and magnetic resonance imaging. Clinical outcomes were assessed pre-operatively and at 12 months post-operatively, using the International Knee Documentation Committee form, Lysholm and Tegner activity scores, and KT1000 side-to-side difference. RESULTS Intraoperative and post-operative complications developed in 65 patients (23.6%). The most common complication was cortical button malposition on the femoral side (19.3%). Intra-operative breakage of the retrograde drill was found in two cases (0.73%), with three cases (1.1%) of over-drilling with destruction of the outer cortex. Post-operatively, four (1.5%), 13 (4.7%), and 16 (5.8%) cases of infection, full-thickness re-rupture, and loss of extension, respectively, were recorded. Functional outcome scales showed significant post-operative improvement. CONCLUSION Cortical button malposition was the most common but easily preventable complication. All-inside ACLR could be safe and promising after the suggested additional operative techniques and proper perioperative management which decrease complication rates and improve favourable outcomes.
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- Tsung-Yu Lin
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mackay Memorial Hospital, No.45, Minsheng Rd, Tamsui Dist., New Taipei City, Taiwan, Republic of China
- Mackay Junior College of Medicine, Nursing and Management, No. 42, Sec. 3, Zhongzheng Rd, Sanzhi Dist., New Taipei City, Taiwan, Republic of China
- Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology Department, National Taipei University of Technology, No. 1, Sec. 3, Jhongsiao E. Rd, Da'an Dist., 106344, Taipei City, Taiwan, Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mackay Memorial Hospital, No.45, Minsheng Rd, Tamsui Dist., New Taipei City, Taiwan, Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mackay Memorial Hospital, No.45, Minsheng Rd, Tamsui Dist., New Taipei City, Taiwan, Republic of China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Mackay Memorial Hospital, No. 92, Sec. 2, Chung-San North Rd, Zhongshan Dist., 104, Taipei City, Taiwan, Republic of China
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- Biomechanics Research Laboratory, Department of Medical Research, Mackay Memorial Hospital, No. 45, Minsheng Rd, Tamsui Dist., New Taipei City, Taiwan, Republic of China
- Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology Department, National Taipei University of Technology, No. 1, Sec. 3, Jhongsiao E. Rd, Da'an Dist., 106344, Taipei City, Taiwan, Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mackay Memorial Hospital, No.45, Minsheng Rd, Tamsui Dist., New Taipei City, Taiwan, Republic of China.
- Biomechanics Research Laboratory, Department of Medical Research, Mackay Memorial Hospital, No. 45, Minsheng Rd, Tamsui Dist., New Taipei City, Taiwan, Republic of China.
- Department of Medicine, Mackay Medical College, No. 46, Sec. 3, Zhongzheng Rd, Sanzhi Dist., New Taipei City, Taiwan, Republic of China.
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Manchado I, Motta LM, Blanco G, González J, Garcés GL. Isometric Knee Muscle Strength and Patient-Reported Measures Five Years after Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: Comparison of Single versus Dual Autograft Hamstring Tendon Harvesting. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11195682. [PMID: 36233550 PMCID: PMC9572358 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11195682] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2022] [Revised: 09/17/2022] [Accepted: 09/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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There is some controversy regarding the use of one or two hamstring tendons for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). In this study, two cohorts of 22 male patients underwent an ACLR with hamstring tendon autografts. One cohort was reconstructed through an all-inside technique with the semitendinosus tendon (ST group) and the other with the semitendinosus and gracilis tendons (ST-G group). Anterior tibial translation (ATT), Lysholm, and IKDC scores were assessed preoperatively and five years postoperation. Additionally, isometric knee muscle strength was manually measured in both groups and in another cohort of 22 uninjured control male subjects five years after the operation. There were no significant differences in ATT and Lysholm scores between the operated groups. The IKDC score was lower in the ST-G group than in the ST group—9.57 (CI 14.89−4.25) (p < 0.001). No significant differences between injured and uninjured knees were detected in hamstring to quadriceps ratio strength and quadriceps limb symmetry index of the two operated groups, but the hamstring limb symmetry index was significantly lower in the ST-G group than in the ST and control groups. This study shows that using an ST-G autograft for ACLR yielded less flexor strength and worse results in some patient-reported outcome measures (PROM) than using an ST autograft five years after the operation. The observed results let us suggest that the use of one autograft hamstring tendon for ACLR is clinically preferable to the use of two hamstring tendons.
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- Ignacio Manchado
- Hospital Perpetuo Socorro, 35007 Las Palmas, Spain
- Departamento de Ciencias Médicas y Quirúrgicas, University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Paseo Blas Cabrera Felipe s/n, 35016 Las Palmas, Spain
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- Hospital Perpetuo Socorro, 35007 Las Palmas, Spain
- Departamento de Ciencias Médicas y Quirúrgicas, University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Paseo Blas Cabrera Felipe s/n, 35016 Las Palmas, Spain
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- Unidad de Investigación, Hospital Dr Negrin, 35007 Las Palmas, Spain
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- Hospital Perpetuo Socorro, 35007 Las Palmas, Spain
- Departamento de Ciencias Médicas y Quirúrgicas, University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Paseo Blas Cabrera Felipe s/n, 35016 Las Palmas, Spain
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +34-696-471-915
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Liu D, Cai ZJ, Lu WH, Pan LY, Yang YT, Li YS, Xiao WF. Eccentrically widened bone tunnels after all-inside anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a computed tomography and three-dimensional model-based analysis. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2022; 31:2374-2385. [PMID: 36138208 PMCID: PMC10183415 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-022-07164-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2022] [Accepted: 09/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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PURPOSE To evaluate the extent of tunnel widening after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) using the all-inside technique and to establish its correlation with patient-reported clinical outcomes and femoral graft bending angle (GBA). METHODS Tunnel widening was evaluated using computed tomography (CT)-based three-dimensional (3D) models, and the femoral GBA was directly measured on CT images using the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) software. Clinical follow-up was routine procedure, and patient-reported clinical outcomes mainly included International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC), Lysholm, and Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Scores (KOOS) scores, and subjective knee stability assessment. RESULTS Fifty-two patients received standard all-inside ACLR, with a median follow-up of 6 months. Reconstructed anterior cruciate ligaments (ACLs) were scanned during the first 3 days and 6 months after surgery. On both the femoral and tibial sides, bone tunnels were most significantly enlarged at the articular aperture segment; the femoral tunnel was 9.2 ± 1.3 mm postoperatively and was significantly enlarged by 32% to a mean tunnel diameter of 12.1 ± 2.0 mm at 6 months after surgery. Moreover, the extent of tunnel enlargement gradually decreased as the measured levels approached those of the bone cortex. The femoral tunnel center was shifted into the anterior and distal direction, and the tibial tunnel center was shifted into the posterior and lateral direction. Additionally, the mean femoral GBA was 105.9° ± 8.1° at the 6-month follow-up. Tunnel enlargement and GBA were not significantly correlated with patient-reported outcomes. CONCLUSIONS Femoral and tibial tunnels were significantly greater and eccentrically shifted at the 6-month follow-up after all-side ACLR. However, the extent of tunnel widening does not markedly affect the short-term clinical outcomes. Meanwhile, the femoral GBA was not significantly correlated with femoral tunnel widening or patient-reported outcomes. Although the tunnel widening following all-inside ACLR was not associated with clinical outcomes, it potentially caused difficulties in revision ACLR. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV.
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- Di Liu
- Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Xiangya Road 87, Changsha, 410008, Hunan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Xiangya Road 87, Changsha, 410008, Hunan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Xiangya Road 87, Changsha, 410008, Hunan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Xiangya Road 87, Changsha, 410008, Hunan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Xiangya Road 87, Changsha, 410008, Hunan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Xiangya Road 87, Changsha, 410008, Hunan, China. .,National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, 410008, Hunan, China.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Xiangya Road 87, Changsha, 410008, Hunan, China. .,National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, 410008, Hunan, China.
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Biset A, Douiri A, Robinson JR, Laboudie P, Colombet P, Graveleau N, Bouguennec N. Tibial tunnel expansion does not correlate with four-strand graft maturation after ACL reconstruction using adjustable cortical suspensory fixation. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2022; 31:1761-1770. [PMID: 35876906 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-022-07051-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2021] [Accepted: 06/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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PURPOSE Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) using a short, quadrupled semitendinosus (ST-4) autograft, fixed with an adjustable suspensory fixation (ASF), has several potential advantages. However, the construct is suspected to generate micromotion, tunnel widening and poor graft maturation. The aim of this study was to evaluate post-operative tibial tunnel expansion, graft maturation and clinical outcomes for this type of ACLR. METHODS One-hundred and forty-nine patients were reviewed at a minimum of 2 years following 4-ST ACLR, mean 25.6 ± 3.5 months [24-55], with clinical follow-up and MRI scans. Graft maturity of the intra-articular part of the graft and the tibial tunnel portion was assessed using Signal-to-Noise Quotient (SNQ) and Howell score. Tibial tunnel expansion, bone-graft contact and graft volume in the tibial tunnel were calculated from the MRI scans. RESULTS Mean tibial tunnel expansion was 13 ± 16.5% [12-122]. Mean SNQ for graft within the tibial tunnel was 3.8 ± 7.1 [ - 7.7 to 39] and 2.0 ± 3.5 [ - 14 to 17] for the intra-articular portion of the graft. The Howell score for graft within the tibial tunnel was 41% Grade I, 37% Grade 2, 20% Grade 3, 2% grade 4, and for the intra-articular part 61% Grade 1, 26% Grade 2, 13% Grade 3 and 1% Grade 4. The mean tibial tunnel bone-graft contact was 81 ± 23% [0-100] and mean graft volume was 80 ± 22% [0-100]. No correlation was found between tibial tunnel expansion and graft maturity assessed at both locations. Graft maturity was correlated with higher graft-bone contact and graft volume in the tibial tunnel (p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS ST-4 ACLR with ASF had low levels of tunnel enlargement at 2 years. No correlation was found between graft maturation and tibial tunnel expansion. Graft maturity was correlated with graft-bone contact and graft volume in the tibial tunnel. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III.
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- MD, Sports Clinic of Bordeaux-Merignac, Merignac, France
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Kehribar L, Yılmaz AK, Karaduman E, Kabadayı M, Bostancı Ö, Sürücü S, Aydın M, Mahiroğulları M. Post-Operative Results of ACL Reconstruction Techniques on Single-Leg Hop Tests in Athletes: Hamstring Autograft vs. Hamstring Grafts Fixed Using Adjustable Cortical Suspension in Both the Femur and Tibia. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2022; 58:medicina58030435. [PMID: 35334611 PMCID: PMC8950666 DOI: 10.3390/medicina58030435] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2022] [Revised: 03/11/2022] [Accepted: 03/14/2022] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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Background and Objectives: Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears are common injuries in the athletic population, and accordingly, ACL reconstruction (ACLR) is among the most common orthopedic surgical procedures performed in sports medicine. This study aims to compare the semitendinosus/gracilis (ST/G) and ACL hamstring grafts fixed using adjustable cortical suspension in both the femur and tibia (MAI) ACLR techniques. We aimed to compare the results of single-leg hop tests (SLHT) applied in different directions and limb symmetry indices (LSI) in athletes with a 6-month post-operative ACLR history. Materials and Methods: A retrospective cohort of 39 athletes from various sports branches who underwent MAI (n = 16) and ST/G (n = 23) ACLR techniques by the same surgeon were evaluated. The knee strength of the participants on the operated and non-operated sides was evaluated with five different SLHTs. The SLHT included the single hop for distance (SH), triple hop for distance (TH), crossover triple hop for distance (CH), medial side triple hop for distance (MSTH), and medial rotation (90°) hop for distance (MRH). Results: There was a significant improvement in the mean Lysholm, Tegner, and IKDC scores in the post-operative leg for both techniques (p < 0.05) compared to the pre-operative levels. When there was a difference between the SH of the operative and the non-operative legs in the ST/G technique (p < 0.05), there was no significant difference in the other hop distance for both ST/G and MAI (p > 0.05). There was no difference between the techniques regarding the LSI scores. Conclusions: The fact that our research revealed similar LSI rates of the SLHTs applied in different directions in the ST/G and MAI techniques assumes that the MAI technique can be an ACLR technique which can be functionally used in athletes.
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- Lokman Kehribar
- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Samsun University, Samsun 55090, Turkey;
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- Faculty of Yaşar Doğu Sport Sciences, Ondokuz Mayıs University, Samsun 55270, Turkey; (E.K.); (M.K.); (Ö.B.)
- Correspondence: or ; Tel.: +90-542-495-3737
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- Faculty of Yaşar Doğu Sport Sciences, Ondokuz Mayıs University, Samsun 55270, Turkey; (E.K.); (M.K.); (Ö.B.)
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- Faculty of Yaşar Doğu Sport Sciences, Ondokuz Mayıs University, Samsun 55270, Turkey; (E.K.); (M.K.); (Ö.B.)
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- Faculty of Yaşar Doğu Sport Sciences, Ondokuz Mayıs University, Samsun 55270, Turkey; (E.K.); (M.K.); (Ö.B.)
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Missouri, Kansas City, MO 64108, USA;
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- Haseki Training and Research Hospital, Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Istanbul 34096, Turkey;
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- Memorial Sisli Hospital, Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Istanbul 34384, Turkey;
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Bhimani R, Shahriarirad R, Ranjbar K, Erfani A, Ashkani-Esfahani S. Transportal versus all-inside techniques of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a systematic review. J Orthop Surg Res 2021; 16:734. [PMID: 34949188 PMCID: PMC8705139 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-021-02872-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2021] [Accepted: 12/05/2021] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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Background Transportal (TP) and all-inside techniques (AIT) are the most commonly used anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction procedures in current clinical practice. However, there is an ongoing debate over which procedure is superior. Therefore, the purpose of this systematic review was to evaluate and compare the clinical outcomes and complications of these two techniques to propose recommendations for future application. Our primary hypothesis was that AIT is a superior ACLR technique compared to TP. Methods A systematic literature review, using PRISMA guidelines, was conducted using PubMed, Medline, Google Scholar, and EMBASE, up to February 2021 to identify studies focusing on AIT and TP techniques of ACL reconstruction. We excluded animal experiments, cadaveric studies, retrospective studies, case reports, technical notes, and studies without quantitative data. Patients’ characteristics, surgical technical features, along with postoperative follow-up and complications were extracted and reported accordingly. Methodological quality of the included studies was assessed using the Modified Coleman Methodology Score (MCMS). Results A total of 44 studies were selected for this review, of which four were comparative studies. A total of 923 patients underwent AIT and 1678 patients underwent the TP technique for ACLR. A single semitendinosus graft was commonly used in the AIT compard to combined semitendinosus and gracilis graft in the TP group. The postoperative increase in International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC), Lysholm, KT-1000, and Short Form-12 (physical and mental) scores were similar in the AIT group and the TP group. Contrastingly, the VAS pain score was significantly lower in the AIT group compared to the TP group. Furthermore, the pooled complication rates from all studies were similar between the two groups (AIT: 54 patients, 8.26% vs. PT: 55 patients, 6.62%). However, the four studies that prospectively compared AIT and TP techniques showed lesser complications in the AIT group than the TP group. Conclusion Since the future trend in orthopedic surgery is toward less invasive and patients’ satisfaction with good outcomes, AIT is a good alternative method considering preserving bony tissue and gracilis tendon with less post-operative pain, along with more knee flexor strength and equal outcomes compared to conventional ACL reconstruction surgery. Level of Evidence II. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s13018-021-02872-x.
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- Rohan Bhimani
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA
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- Thoracic and Vascular Surgery Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Science, Shiraz, Iran.,Student Research Committee, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Thoracic and Vascular Surgery Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Science, Shiraz, Iran.,Student Research Committee, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Thoracic and Vascular Surgery Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Science, Shiraz, Iran. .,Student Research Committee, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA
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Kyriakopoulos G, Manthas S, Vlachou M, Oikonomou L, Papadakis SA, Kateros K. Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction With the All-Inside Technique: Equivalent Outcomes and Failure Rate at Three-Year Follow-Up Compared to a Doubled Semitendinosus-Gracilis Graft. Cureus 2021; 13:e20508. [PMID: 35070545 PMCID: PMC8764460 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.20508] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Purpose: To compare in terms of failure rates, clinical and functional outcomes the all-inside anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction with double suspensory fixation and quadrupled semitendinosus autograft with anteromedial portal doubled semitendinosus-gracilis autograft with suspensory femoral and tibial interference screw fixation. Methods: Forty-four patients were sequentially allocated into two groups and followed up prospectively for a 3-year period. The first group was the all-inside group and the second was the “classic” AM portal with S-G graft. Each group comprised 22 patients. All patients underwent KT-1000 testing preoperatively and at a minimum of six months postoperatively. Visual pain analog was recorded preoperatively and during both the immediate postoperative period and throughout the follow-up. The Lysholm knee score was used comparing the preoperative and 24-month timepoints. Results: The visual analog scale (VAS) pain scores showed a significant difference at two weeks (2.4 vs 1.8, p < 0.01 ) in favor of the all-inside group, but that difference disappeared in the later follow-up visits. Similarly, there was no significant difference with Lysholm knee scores at two years and the side-to-side anterior translation measured with the KT-1000. At the three-year mark, there were no failures in either of the groups. Conclusion: The all-inside technique appears to be equivalent in terms of outcomes to the classic S-G technique, and given the less-invasive nature and versatility in graft choices is a safe and effective technique for primary ACL reconstruction.
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- George Kyriakopoulos
- A' Orthopaedic Department, General Hospital G. Gennimatas, Athens, GRC.,Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, General Hospital of Livadeia, Livadeia, GRC
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- A' Orthopaedic Department, General Hospital G.Gennimatas, Athens, GRC
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- A' Orthopaedic Department, General Hospital G.Gennimatas, Athens, GRC
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- A' Orthopaedic Department, General Hospital G.Gennimatas, Athens, GRC
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Takahashi T, Watanabe S, Ito T. Current and future of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction techniques. World J Meta-Anal 2021; 9:411-437. [DOI: 10.13105/wjma.v9.i5.411] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2021] [Revised: 08/09/2021] [Accepted: 10/25/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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In recent years, anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction has generally yielded favorable outcomes. However, ACL reconstruction has not provided satisfactory results in terms of the rate of returning to sports and prevention of osteoarthritis (OA) progression. In this paper, we outline current techniques for ACL reconstruction such as graft materials, double-bundle or single-bundle reconstruction, femoral tunnel drilling, all-inside technique, graft fixation, preservation of remnant, anterolateral ligament reconstruction, ACL repair, revision surgery, treatment for ACL injury with OA and problems, and discuss expected future trends. To enable many more orthopedic surgeons to achieve excellent ACL reconstruction outcomes with less invasive surgery, further studies aimed at improving surgical techniques are warranted. Further development of biological augmentation and robotic surgery technologies for ACL reconstruction is also required.
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- Toshiaki Takahashi
- Department of Sports and Health Science, Ehime University, Matsuyama 790-8577, Ehime, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Ehime University Graduate School of Medicine, Toon 791-0295, Ehime, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Murakami Memorial Hospital, Saijo 793-0030, Ehime, Japan
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Pautasso A, Capella M, Barberis L, Drocco L, Giai Via R, Bistolfi A, Massè A, Sabatini L. All-inside technique in ACL reconstruction: mid-term clinical outcomes and comparison with AM technique (Hamstrings and BpTB grafts). EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY & TRAUMATOLOGY : ORTHOPEDIE TRAUMATOLOGIE 2021; 31:465-472. [PMID: 32936315 PMCID: PMC7981303 DOI: 10.1007/s00590-020-02798-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2020] [Accepted: 09/10/2020] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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PURPOSE The aim of this study was to define the subjective and objective clinical results of all-inside surgical technique at a medium-term follow-up and to compare these results with those obtained from antero-medial (AM) ACL reconstruction technique using hamstrings (HS) or bone-patellar tendon-bone (BpTB) grafts to detect eventual superiority of one technique to another. METHODS A retrospective analysis of routinely collected data was conducted. Inclusion criteria were ACL reconstruction through all-inside technique or AM technique with HS or BpTB performed between January 2015 and May 2018; age between 15 and 30 year old; minimum 24 months' available follow-up. Exclusion criteria were contralateral ACL reconstruction; need for any other associated procedures during surgery. Clinical outcomes were assessed with KOOS, Lysholm, Tegner scores and KT-1000 device. RESULTS According to the selection criteria, 157 patients were enrolled and divided subsequently into 3 groups: all-inside (51 patients), AM-HS (53 patients) and AM-BpTB (53 patients). A significant postoperative improvement of each score in all groups was detected. The mean KT-1000 was 3.1 ± 1.0 mm in all-inside group, while 3.3 ± 1.4 mm and 2.5 ± 0.4 mm in AM-HS and AM-BpTB groups, respectively. Comparing the results obtained, no statistically significant difference was found between the three techniques (p = 0.27). Statistically significant differences were highlighted in surgical duration: all-inside method was the longest (117'), followed by AM-BpTB surgery (101') and AM-HS technique (87'). CONCLUSIONS The all-inside technique showed good postoperative results at medium-term follow-up. It could be a valuable solution for ACL reconstruction, especially in young patients due to its less invasiveness, despite surgical skills and time needed. LEVELS OF EVIDENCE Level IV.
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- Andrea Pautasso
- University of Turin, Via Gianfranco Zuretti 29, 10126 Turin, Italy
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- Orthopaedic and Traumatology Department, Orthopaedic and Trauma Center, Città della Salute e della Scienza, University of Turin, Via Gianfranco Zuretti 29, 10126 Turin, Italy
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- University of Turin, Via Gianfranco Zuretti 29, 10126 Turin, Italy
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- Orthopaedic and Traumatology Department, Orthopaedic and Trauma Center, Città della Salute e della Scienza, University of Turin, Via Gianfranco Zuretti 29, 10126 Turin, Italy
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- Orthopaedic and Traumatology Department, Orthopaedic and Trauma Center, Città della Salute e della Scienza, University of Turin, Via Gianfranco Zuretti 29, 10126 Turin, Italy
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- University of Turin, Via Gianfranco Zuretti 29, 10126 Turin, Italy
- Orthopaedic and Traumatology Department, Orthopaedic and Trauma Center, Città della Salute e della Scienza, University of Turin, Via Gianfranco Zuretti 29, 10126 Turin, Italy
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- Orthopaedic and Traumatology Department, Orthopaedic and Trauma Center, Città della Salute e della Scienza, University of Turin, Via Gianfranco Zuretti 29, 10126 Turin, Italy
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Parkes CW, Leland DP, Levy BA, Stuart MJ, Camp CL, Saris DBF, Krych AJ. Hamstring Autograft Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Using an All-Inside Technique With and Without Independent Suture Tape Reinforcement. Arthroscopy 2021; 37:609-616. [PMID: 33144236 PMCID: PMC7867617 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2020.09.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2020] [Revised: 08/30/2020] [Accepted: 09/01/2020] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To compare the (1) rates of complications and reoperations, (2) rate of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) graft failure, and (3) patient-reported outcomes (PROs) among patients after hamstring autograft ACL reconstruction (ACLR) with and without independent suture tape reinforcement at a minimum 2-year clinical follow-up. METHODS We performed a 1:2 matched-cohort comparison of patients who underwent hamstring autograft ACLR with and without independent suture tape reinforcement between July 2011 and July 2017. Patients were matched according to age, sex, body mass index, preinjury Tegner activity score, and concomitant meniscal injury. Medical records were reviewed for demographic characteristics, additional injuries, and concomitant procedures. PRO scores (including Tegner activity, Lysholm, and International Knee Documentation Committee scores) and physical examination findings were collected both preoperatively and at a minimum of 2 years postoperatively. RESULTS Overall, 108 patients who underwent ACLR were included: 36 patients (mean age, 25.3 years; range, 13-44 years) with independent suture tape reinforcement and 72 patients (mean age, 24.9 years; range, 13-54 years) without suture tape reinforcement. Overall, 5 of 36 suture tape patients (14%) and 10 of 72 control patients (14%) underwent reoperations. At an average follow-up of 26.1 months in the suture tape cohort and 31.3 months in the control cohort, 1 patient in the suture tape cohort and 4 patients in the control cohort experienced graft failure. There were no statistically significant differences between the suture tape and control groups regarding return-to-sport rate (89% and 88%, respectively), postoperative International Knee Documentation Committee score (94.4 and 93.8, respectively), and postoperative Lysholm score (95.6 and 94, respectively). There was a statistically significant difference between the suture tape and control groups in postoperative Tegner activity score, at 7.1 (95% confidence interval, 6.5-7.6) and 6.4 (95% confidence interval, 6.2-6.6), respectively (P = .026). CONCLUSIONS ACLR with hamstring autograft and independent suture tape reinforcement was performed safely with low rates of complications, graft failure, and reoperations with similar PROs, function, and return-to-sport rates when compared with hamstring autograft ACLR without suture tape reinforcement at a minimum 2-year follow-up. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III, retrospective comparative study.
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- Chad W Parkes
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, U.S.A..
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Rao AJ, Macknet DM, Stuhlman CR, Yeatts NC, Trofa DP, Odum SM, Saltzman BM, Fleischli JE. Allograft Augmentation of Hamstring Autograft in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Results in Equivalent Outcomes to Autograft Alone. Arthroscopy 2021; 37:173-182.e2. [PMID: 32679297 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2020.07.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2019] [Revised: 07/03/2020] [Accepted: 07/03/2020] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To examine allograft augmentation of undersized hamstring (HS) autograft tendons at the time of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, compared with un-augmented autograft HS ACL reconstruction. METHODS Patients who underwent ACL reconstruction at our institution between 2005 and 2015 were reviewed. Inclusion criteria included patients who underwent (1) primary ACL reconstruction, (2) use of a hybrid HS autograft with allograft augmentation, and (3) had a minimum 2-year postoperative follow-up. Patients with revision ACL, multiligamentous injuries, all-epiphyseal fixation techniques, or additional procedures beyond chondroplasty or meniscal repair/debridement were excluded. Data collected included demographics, graft size, concomitant procedures, revision operation, revision ACL reconstruction, and patient-reported outcomes. RESULTS In total, 59 patients met criteria for inclusion into the hybrid group, and 80 patients were eligible for inclusion into the control group. The average age of the cohort was 22.9 (interquartile range Q1:17, Q3: 38.3), and 51.8% of the patients were female. Seven patients (11.9%) in the hybrid ACL group underwent revision ACL surgery versus 15 (18.8%) in the control group (P = .27). There was no difference in patient-reported outcomes between groups. CONCLUSIONS Augmenting an HS ACL autograft that is 8 mm or less with allograft tissue to increase the overall size of the ACL graft shows no difference in overall reoperation or revision of ACL failure. The hybrid autograft/allograft ACL reconstruction patients showed no clinically important difference between groups in patient-reported outcome measures. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III, case-control comparative analysis.
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- Allison J Rao
- OrthoCarolina Sports Medicine Center, Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Atrium Health, Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.A.; Musculoskeletal Institute, Atrium Health, Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.A
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- OrthoCarolina Sports Medicine Center, Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.A
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- OrthoCarolina Sports Medicine Center, Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.A.; Musculoskeletal Institute, Atrium Health, Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Columbia University, New York, New York, U.S.A
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- Musculoskeletal Institute, Atrium Health, Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.A.; OrthoCarolina Research Institute, Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.A
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- OrthoCarolina Sports Medicine Center, Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.A.; Musculoskeletal Institute, Atrium Health, Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.A..
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- OrthoCarolina Sports Medicine Center, Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.A.; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Atrium Health, Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.A.; Musculoskeletal Institute, Atrium Health, Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.A
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Kawabata S, Murata K, Nakao K, Sonoo M, Morishita Y, Oka Y, Kubota K, Kuroo-Nakajima A, Kita S, Nakagaki S, Arakawa K, Kokubun T, Kanemura N. Effects of exercise therapy on joint instability in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee: A systematic review. OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN 2020; 2:100114. [PMID: 36474882 PMCID: PMC9718293 DOI: 10.1016/j.ocarto.2020.100114] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2020] [Accepted: 10/26/2020] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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Objective Abnormal load stress caused by joint instability has been reported to be one of the factors responsible for the development of osteoarthritis (OA). However, few studies have investigated the efficacy of exercise therapy for patients with knee instability-induced OA, and there are no specific treatment guidelines or effects for this form of OA. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to examine the effect of exercise treatments for joint instability in patients with knee OA by a systematic review. Design Systematic review. Results Searches in three databases, PubMed, Cochrane, and the Physiotherapy Evidence Database, yielded 14 articles that were scrutinized, and 6 articles that met the inclusion criteria were selected. Conclusions Exercise therapy focusing on joint instability, including muscle maintenance and strength training, and specific training targeting knee instability have no additional beneficial effects on knee joint instability. However, because of the benefits of treatment protocols based on patient attributes in exercise treatment focused on joint instability, it is necessary to investigate the effects in more detail in the future.
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- Sora Kawabata
- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Health and Social Services, Saitama Prefectural University, Saitama, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Health and Social Services, Saitama Prefectural University, Saitama, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Health and Social Services, Saitama Prefectural University, Saitama, Japan
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- Department of Health and Social Services, Health and Social Services, Graduate School of Saitama Prefectural University, Saitama, Japan
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Faculty of Health Sciences, Tokyo Kasei University, Saitama, Japan
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- Department of Health and Social Services, Health and Social Services, Graduate School of Saitama Prefectural University, Saitama, Japan
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- Department of Health and Social Services, Health and Social Services, Graduate School of Saitama Prefectural University, Saitama, Japan
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- Department of Health and Social Services, Health and Social Services, Graduate School of Saitama Prefectural University, Saitama, Japan
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- Department of Health and Social Services, Health and Social Services, Graduate School of Saitama Prefectural University, Saitama, Japan
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- Department of Health and Social Services, Health and Social Services, Graduate School of Saitama Prefectural University, Saitama, Japan
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- Department of Health and Social Services, Health and Social Services, Graduate School of Saitama Prefectural University, Saitama, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Health and Social Services, Saitama Prefectural University, Saitama, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Health and Social Services, Saitama Prefectural University, Saitama, Japan
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Plantaris tendon: a novel graft for anterolateral ligament reconstruction and additional reinforcement for anterior cruciate ligament autografts in combined reconstructive procedures. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2020; 28:2604-2608. [PMID: 32047996 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-020-05885-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2019] [Accepted: 01/23/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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The anterolateral ligament is recently recognized as an important structure in restoring rotational stability of the anterior cruciate ligament-deficient knee. Biomechanical and clinical studies confirmed the benefits of concurrent anterior cruciate ligament and anterolateral ligament reconstruction. However, present techniques mostly use hamstring tendons autografts and therefore additionally disrupt the knee biomechanics. The plantaris tendon is a well known and accessible graft and has excellent biomechanical properties for anterolateral ligament reconstruction. The present paper describes a new combined anterior cruciate ligament and anterolateral ligament reconstruction technique using plantaris tendon and semitendinosus tendon.Level of evidence V (Case report).
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Roger J, Bertani A, Vigouroux F, Mottier F, Gaillard R, Have L, Rongièras F. ACL reconstruction using a quadruple semitendinosus graft with cortical fixations gives suitable isokinetic and clinical outcomes after 2 years. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2020; 28:2468-2477. [PMID: 32699919 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-020-06121-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2019] [Accepted: 06/24/2020] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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PURPOSE The objective of this single-center randomized single-blinded trial was to assess the hypothesis that anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) using a four-strand semitendinosus (ST) graft with adjustable femoral and tibial cortical fixation produced good outcomes compared to an ST/gracilis (ST/G) graft with femoral pin transfixation and tibial bioscrew fixation. Follow-up was 2 years. METHODS Patients older than 16 years who underwent primary isolated ACLR included for 1 year until August 2017 were eligible. The primary outcome measures were the subjective International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) score, isokinetic muscle strength recovery, and return to work within 2 years. The study was approved by the ethics committee. RESULTS Of 66 eligible patients, 60 completed the study and were included, 33 in the 4ST group and 27 in the ST/G group. Mean age was 30.5 ± 8.9 years in the 4ST group and 30.3 ± 8.5 in the ST/G group (n.s.). No significant between-group differences were found for mean postoperative subjective IKDC (4ST group, 80.2 ± 12.5; ST/G group, 83.6 ± 13.6; n.s.), side-to-side percentage deficits in isokinetic hamstring strength (at 60°/s: ST group, 17% ± 16%; ST/G group, 14% ± 11%; n.s.) or quadriceps strength (at 60°/s: ST group, 14% ± 12%; ST/G group, 19% ± 17%; n.s.), return to work, pain during physical activities, side-to-side differential laxity, balance, loss of flexion/extension, or surgical complications. CONCLUSION This trial demonstrates that functional outcomes after 4ST for ACLR with cortical fixations could be as good, although not better, than those obtained using ST/G. The 4ST technique spares the gracilis tendon, which thus preserves the medial sided muscle and thereby could improve function and limit donor-side morbidity. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level I.
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- Julien Roger
- Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Hôpital de La Croix Rousse, Hospices Civils de Lyon, 103 Grande Rue de la Croix Rousse, 69004, Lyon, France.
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- Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Hôpital Edouard Herriot, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Lyon, France.
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- Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Hôpital d'Instruction des Armées Bégin, Service de Santé des Armées, Saint-Mandé, France
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- Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Centre Hospitalier Pierre Oudot, Bourgoin-Jallieu, France
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- Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Hôpital de La Croix Rousse, Hospices Civils de Lyon, 103 Grande Rue de la Croix Rousse, 69004, Lyon, France
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- Department of Physical and Medical Rehabilitation, Hôpital Edouard Herriot, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Lyon, France
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- Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Hôpital Edouard Herriot, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Lyon, France
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Fu CW, Chen WC, Lu YC. Is all-inside with suspensory cortical button fixation a superior technique for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery? A systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2020; 21:445. [PMID: 32635920 PMCID: PMC7341582 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-020-03471-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2020] [Accepted: 07/02/2020] [Indexed: 01/16/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND To compare the clinical results of all-inside anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) using suspensory cortical button fixation and full tibial tunnel drilling. METHODS Systematic searches were conducted of published literature up to November 2019 on PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane for studies comparing all-inside ACLR using suspensory cortical button fixation and full tibial tunnel ACLR. Two reviewers independently determined eligibility, extracted the outcome data, and assessed the risk of bias of the eligible studies. The clinical outcome and graft reruptures were pooled by using random effects with mean differences and risk ratios for continuous and dichotomous variables, respectively. RESULT A total of nine studies (five randomized controlled trials and four comparative studies) involving 613 patients were included in the meta-analysis. The postoperative functional outcome, knee laxity measured with arthrometer, and graft reruptures were comparable between patients with all-inside ACLR using suspensory cortical button fixation and full tibial tunnel ACLR. However, a significantly greater thickness of autologous tendon was used and less change in drilling tunnel diameter was noted in patients with suspensory cortical button graft fixation. CONCLUSIONS All-inside ACLR with suspensory cortical button fixation was not clinically superior to full tibial tunnel ACLR with interference screw fixation in functional outcomes, knee laxity measured with arthrometer, or rerupture rate. However, the advantage of using suspensory cortical button fixation was that a thicker graft could be used for reconstruction, and brought less tibia tunnel widening compared with bioabsorbable interference screw fixation.
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- Chun-Wei Fu
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mackay Memorial Hospital, No. 92, Sec. 2, Zhongshan N. Rd., Zhongshan Dist., Taipei City, 104, Taiwan, R. O. C..
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mackay Memorial Hospital, No. 92, Sec. 2, Zhongshan N. Rd., Zhongshan Dist., Taipei City, 104, Taiwan, R. O. C
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mackay Memorial Hospital, No. 92, Sec. 2, Zhongshan N. Rd., Zhongshan Dist., Taipei City, 104, Taiwan, R. O. C
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Martinez-Cano JP, Zamudio-Castilla LM, Cuadros-Potes JA, Ibarra-Mosquera LC, Mejia-Lopez FM. Quadrupled Semitendinosus ACL Reconstruction Combining Cortical Button in Femur and Interference Screw in Tibia. Arthrosc Tech 2019; 9:e9-e14. [PMID: 32021767 PMCID: PMC6993112 DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2019.08.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2019] [Accepted: 08/18/2019] [Indexed: 02/03/2023] Open
Abstract
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction with hamstring tendons has gained popularity in the past and is the most used type of graft in several national registries. It usually involves the harvest of both gracilis and semitendinosus tendons from the ipsilateral knee. More recently, the use of only 1 of the tendons (semitendinosus) in a tripled or quadrupled arrangement has been described, especially in an all-inside type of reconstruction. Having a thicker tendon with a quadrupled semitendinosus (ST), instead of double gracilis and ST enables to a have a graft with enough diameter to resemble more closely the native ACL and decreases the risk of graft rerupture. This Technical Note aims to present a way of reconstructing the ACL using a quadrupled ST graft, with suspensory cortical button in femur and interference screw in tibia, as an alternative to the all-inside technique.
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Affiliation(s)
- Juan Pablo Martinez-Cano
- Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Fundación Valle del Lili, Departamento de Ortopedia, Cali, Colombia,Universidad Icesi, Cali, Colombia,Address correspondence to Juan Pablo Martinez-Cano, M.D., M.Sc., Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Fundación Valle del Lili, Departamento de Ortopedia, Consultorio 118, Cra 98 No. 18 - 49, Cali 760032, Colombia.
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