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Peebles LA, Akamefula RA, Aman ZS, Verma A, Scillia AJ, Mulcahey MK, Kraeutler MJ. Following Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction With Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Autograft, the Incidence of Anterior Knee Pain Ranges From 5.4% to 48.4% and the Incidence of Kneeling Pain Ranges From 4.0% to 75.6%: A Systematic Review of Level I Studies. Arthrosc Sports Med Rehabil 2024; 6:100902. [PMID: 38562662 PMCID: PMC10982565 DOI: 10.1016/j.asmr.2024.100902] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2023] [Accepted: 01/13/2024] [Indexed: 04/04/2024] Open
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Purpose To (1) perform a systematic review of level I randomized controlled trials (RCTs) detailing the incidence of anterior knee pain and kneeling pain following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) with bone-patellar tendon-bone (BPTB) autograft and (2) investigate the effect of bone grafting the patellar harvest site on anterior knee and kneeling pain. Methods A systematic review of level I studies from 1980 to 2023 was performed according to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. The primary outcome evaluated was the presence of donor site morbidity in the form of anterior knee pain or kneeling pain. A secondary subanalysis was performed to assess for differences in the incidence of postoperative pain between patient groups undergoing ACLR with BPTB receiving harvest site bone grafting and those in whom the defect was left untreated. Results Following full-text review, 15 studies reporting on a total of 696 patients met final inclusion criteria. Patients were followed for an average of 4.78 years (range, 2.0-15.3), and the mean age ranged from 21.7 to 38 years old. The incidence of anterior knee pain, calculated from 354 patients across 10 studies, ranged from 5.4% to 48.4%. The incidence of postoperative pain with kneeling was determined to range from 4.0% to 75.6% in 490 patients from 9 studies. Patients treated with bone grafting of the BPTB harvest site had no significant difference in incidence of any knee pain compared with those who were not grafted, with incidences of 43.3% and 40.2%, respectively. Conclusions Based on the current level I RCT data, the incidences of anterior knee pain and kneeling pain following ACLR with BPTB autograft range from 5.4% to 48.4% and 4.0% to 75.6%, respectively. Level of Evidence Level I, systematic review of RCTs.
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- Liam A. Peebles
- Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.A
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- Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.A
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- Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Paterson, New Jersey, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, Illinois, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopedics, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, Colorado, U.S.A
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Sgardelis P, Naqvi G, Servant C. Minimally Invasive Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Graft Harvest Is Associated With Less Frequent Anterior Knee Pain at Rest Than Hamstring Graft Harvest After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction at the 1-Year Follow-Up. Arthrosc Sports Med Rehabil 2023; 5:100766. [PMID: 37529626 PMCID: PMC10387569 DOI: 10.1016/j.asmr.2023.100766] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2023] [Accepted: 06/14/2023] [Indexed: 08/03/2023] Open
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Purpose To compare the incidence of postoperative anterior knee pain at rest and during "knee walking" in patients who had anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) surgery with hamstring tendon (HT) grafts versus bone-patellar tendon-bone (BPTB) grafts harvested using a minimally invasive double-incision technique with autografting of the bone harvest defects. Methods Adult patients who had undergone an ACLR and had completed a questionnaire enquiring about anterior knee symptoms at a minimum of 1 year postoperatively were identified. Two groups were compared: 1) patients who had received a BPTB graft harvested using a minimally invasive double-incision technique with autografting of the bone harvest defects, and 2) patients who had received a HT graft. Results A total of 142 adult patients were included: 88 had a BPTB graft and 54 had a HT graft. The prevalence of anterior knee pain at rest was 10% in the BPTB group and 28% in the HT group (P = .006). Overall, knee walking scores were worse in the BPTB group when compared to the HG group, but the difference in the proportions of patients who found it impossible to knee-walk was not statistically significant (17% vs 6%; P = .069). Conclusions Our results showed that pain at rest was less in the BTPB group compared to the HT group contradicting historic literature. In addition, there was no statistically significant difference between the 2 grafts when comparing the proportion of patients who found it "impossible" to knee-walk. Level of Evidence Level III, retrospective comparative study.
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- Panagiotis Sgardelis
- Address correspondence to Trauma & Orthopaedics Department, Ipswich Hospital, Heath Road, Ipswich, IP4 5PD, United Kingdom.
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Daher M, Aouad D, Ghanem W, Kortbawi R, Dahdouh R, Moucharafieh R, Nehme A. Intra-articular Lateral Tibial Plateau Osteoid Osteoma: Case Report and Arthroscopic Management. Indian J Orthop 2023; 57:983-986. [PMID: 37214377 PMCID: PMC10192468 DOI: 10.1007/s43465-023-00886-7] [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: 01/23/2023] [Accepted: 03/28/2023] [Indexed: 05/24/2023]
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Osteoid osteoma occurs in various locations in the human body, mostly in the metaphysis and diaphysis of long bones. This article describes a rare case of osteoid osteoma occurring in an intra-articular location, specifically in the lateral tibial plateau of a 40-year-old female patient. The challenge of diagnosing such a pathology in an atypical location was tackled in this article as well as different management options. Arthroscopic resection was opted in this case.
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- Beirut, Lebanon Saint George Hospital University Medical Center
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- Beirut, Lebanon Saint George Hospital University Medical Center
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- Beirut, Lebanon Saint George Hospital University Medical Center
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- Beirut, Lebanon Saint George Hospital University Medical Center
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Sim K, Rahardja R, Zhu M, Young SW. Optimal Graft Choice in Athletic Patients with Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries: Review and Clinical Insights. Open Access J Sports Med 2022; 13:55-67. [PMID: 35800660 PMCID: PMC9255990 DOI: 10.2147/oajsm.s340702] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2022] [Accepted: 06/23/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture is a common sporting-related knee injury with a potentially detrimental impact on the athlete’s career, yet there is no formal consensus on the optimal graft choice for reconstructing the ruptured ACL in this specific population. Options for reconstruction include autograft, allograft, and artificial grafts. However, each has associated failure risk and donor site morbidity. Our operational definition of the athlete is a skeletally mature individual participating in high level activity with the expectation to return to pre-injury level of activity. The athlete has unique injury characteristics, post-operative expectations, and graft demands that differ to the general population. Long-term outcomes are of particular importance given on-going mechanical demands on the reconstructed knee. Therefore, the purpose of this review is to consolidate current literature on the various ACL reconstruction graft options, with a focus on the optimal graft for returning the athlete to activity with the lowest rate of re-injury.
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- Katarina Sim
- Department of Orthopaedics, North Shore Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand
- Correspondence: Katarina Sim, Department of Orthopaedics, North Shore Hospital, 124 Shakespeare Road, Takapuna, Auckland, 0620, New Zealand, Email
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- Department of Orthopaedics, North Shore Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand
- Department of Surgery, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of Orthopaedics, North Shore Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of Orthopaedics, North Shore Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand
- Department of Surgery, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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Ajrawat P, Dwyer T, Whelan D, Theodoropoulos J, Murnaghan L, Bhargava M, Ogilvie-Harris D, Chahal J. A Comparison of Quadriceps Tendon Autograft With Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Autograft and Hamstring Tendon Autograft for Primary Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Systematic Review and Quantitative Synthesis. Clin J Sport Med 2021; 31:392-399. [PMID: 31233432 DOI: 10.1097/jsm.0000000000000765] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2018] [Accepted: 12/21/2018] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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OBJECTIVE There is growing enthusiasm for the increased use of quadriceps tendon (QT) autograft for primary anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). The purpose of this analysis was to synthesize and quantitatively assess the available evidence comparing QT autograft with hamstring tendon (HT) and bone-patellar tendon-bone (BPTB) autografts, regarding functional outcomes, knee stability, anterior knee pain, and revision rates. DATA SOURCES A search in MEDLINE, EMBASE, PubMed, and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials for eligible studies up to May 2018 was conducted. Two reviewers selected studies based on inclusion criteria and assessed methodological quality. Outcomes analyzed were anterior knee pain, graft failure rates, knee stability, functional outcomes, and adverse events. Pooled analyses were performed for continuous and dichotomous variables where appropriate. MAIN RESULTS Ten studies (1 randomized trial and 9 nonrandomized cohorts) met our inclusion criteria, which included 1398 patients. The analysis showed no statistical difference in anterior knee pain when comparing QT and HT autografts, but a significant difference between QT and BPTB autografts [odds ratio, 0.15 (95% confidence interval, 0.08-0.27); P < 0.001]. There were no differences between all 3 autografts in revision rates, knee stability, and patient-reported functional outcomes. CONCLUSIONS Quadriceps tendon autograft is a suitable graft alternative for primary ACLR, as it achieves good clinical outcomes with a low incidence of anterior knee pain. Given the limited quality of the included studies, there is a need for a well-designed multicenter randomized control trial comparing QT autograft with other primary ACL autografts to confirm our findings. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV systematic review.
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- Prabjit Ajrawat
- Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (UTOSM), University of Toronto, Women's College Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada ; and
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- Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (UTOSM), University of Toronto, Women's College Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada ; and
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- Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (UTOSM), University of Toronto, Women's College Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada ; and
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- Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (UTOSM), University of Toronto, Women's College Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada ; and
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- Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (UTOSM), University of Toronto, Women's College Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada ; and
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- Department of Surgery, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (UTOSM), University of Toronto, Women's College Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada ; and
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- Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (UTOSM), University of Toronto, Women's College Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada ; and
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Neri T, Dehon M, Botelho-Nevers E, Cazorla C, Putnis S, Philippot R, Farizon F, Boyer B. Salmonella infection after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: A case report. World J Orthop 2021; 12:246-253. [PMID: 33959488 PMCID: PMC8082509 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i4.246] [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: 12/31/2020] [Revised: 02/25/2021] [Accepted: 03/29/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Infections after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) are rare. No cases of Salmonella infection have been described to our knowledge.
CASE SUMMARY We describe a rare case of Salmonella infection in a 23-year-old patient following an ACLR. The patient presented with subacute septic arthritis, 26 d after a hamstring autograft ACLR. The pathogen, Salmonella enterica typhimurium was isolated by bacteriological sampling of the first arthroscopic lavage. Two arthroscopic lavages were required, with intravenous antibiotic therapy for two weeks with cefotaxime and ciprofloxacin, followed by oral antibiotics with amoxicillin and ciprofloxacin for a total duration of three months. This approach treated the infection but two years after the septic arthritis, faced with ongoing knee instability due to graft damage, a revision ACLR with a bone-tendon-bone graft was performed. At the last follow-up, full range of knee motion had been achieved and sports activities resumed.
CONCLUSION Infection after ACLR is rare and requires an early diagnosis and management in order to treat the infection and prevent arthritis-related joint cartilage destruction and damage to the graft.
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- Thomas Neri
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospital Centre of Saint-Etienne, Saint-Etienne 42000, France
- EA 7424-Inter-University Laboratory of Human Movement Science, University Lyon-University Jean Monnet Saint Etienne, Saint Etienne 42000, France
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospital Centre of Saint-Etienne, Saint-Etienne 42000, France
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- Infectious Diseases Department, University Hospital of Saint-Etienne, Saint-Etienne 42000, France
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- Infectious Diseases Department, University Hospital of Saint-Etienne, Saint-Etienne 42000, France
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- Avon Orthopaedic Centre, Southmead Hospital, Bristol, BS10 5NB, United Kingdom
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospital Centre of Saint-Etienne, Saint-Etienne 42000, France
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospital Centre of Saint-Etienne, Saint-Etienne 42000, France
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospital Centre of Saint-Etienne, Saint-Etienne 42000, France
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Joshi S, Shetty UC, Salim MD, Meena N, Kumar RS, Rao VKV. Peroneus Longus Tendon Autograft for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Safe and Effective Alternative in Nonathletic Patients. Niger J Surg 2021; 27:42-47. [PMID: 34012241 PMCID: PMC8112358 DOI: 10.4103/njs.njs_22_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2020] [Revised: 06/15/2020] [Accepted: 06/21/2020] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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Introduction Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a common injury which has been conventionally managed by various graft reconstruction using bone patellar tendon bone, or quadruple hamstring autograft, to name a few. However, all these grafts are associated with many complications. Lately, peroneus longus tendon (PLT) autograft has shown promising results in this field, although there is still a dearth of data on its use. We, therefore, aimed at carrying out a study to evaluate the functional outcome and knee stability results of ACL reconstruction using PLT graft. Patients and Methods Patients with a completely torn ACL were included in the study. The PLT was harvested, and graft length, thickness, and harvesting time were noted intraoperatively. Knee stability and functional scores were evaluated clinically and using Lachman test (primarily) and KT-2000 arthrometer and subjectively with International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) score at 6, 12, and 24 months (secondary outcome) postoperatively. Ankle scores were also recorded by making use of American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Score (AOFAS)-Hindfoot Scale. Results Forty-eight patients met the inclusion criteria. The graft harvest time was 7.4 min (5-9 min). The mean thickness of the graft on doubling was 7.9 mm (7-9 mm). Ninety-six percent of the patients were satisfied with their results of the knee surgery, and 95% of the patients had no complaints of ankle joint. The mean IKDC score postoperatively was 78.16 ± 6.23, and the mean AOFAS score was 98.4 ± 4.1. None of the patients had any neurovascular deficit. Conclusion ACL reconstruction using PLT graft yields a good functional score (IKDC, KT-2000 arthrometer) even at 2-year follow-up. It is a safe and effective autograft option for ACL reconstruction.
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- Sachin Joshi
- Department of Orthopaedics, GMC, Kota, Rajasthan, India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, GMC, Kota, Rajasthan, India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, GMC, Kota, Rajasthan, India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, GMC, Kota, Rajasthan, India
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Zhao L, Lu M, Deng M, Xing J, He L, Wang C. Outcome of bone-patellar tendon-bone vs hamstring tendon autograft for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials with a 5-year minimum follow-up. Medicine (Baltimore) 2020; 99:e23476. [PMID: 33235137 PMCID: PMC7710199 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000023476] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2020] [Revised: 09/19/2020] [Accepted: 10/31/2020] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Many systematic reviews have compared the short-term outcomes of anterior cruciate ligment (ACL)reconstruction with hamstring and patellar tendon autograft,but few differences have been observed. The purpose of this meta-analysis was to compare the medium-term outcome of bone-patellar tendon-bone and hamstring tendon autograft for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction in terms of clinical function, knee stability, postoperativecomplications, and osteoarthritis changes. METHODS This meta-analysis followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. The PubMed, Embase, and the Cochrane Library databases were searched from inception to November 2, 2019. This meta-analysis included only randomized controlled trials that compared BPTB and HT autografts for ACL reconstruction with a 5-year minimum follow-up. The Cochrane Collaboration's risk-of-bias tool was used to estimate the risk-of-bias for all included studies. RevMan 5.3 software was used to performed statistical analysis of the outcomes. RESULTS Fifteen RCTs, involving 1298 patients (610 patients in the BPTB group and 688 patients in the HT group) were included. In terms of clinical function, no significant difference was found in the objective International Knee Documentation Committee score (OR = 0.94, 95%CI: 0.64-1.37, P = .75), Lysholm knee score (MD = -2.26, 95%CI: -4.56 to 0.05, P = .06), return to preinjury activity level (OR = 1.01, 95%CI: 0.67-1.52, P = .96), and Tegner activity level (OR = 0.03, 95%CI: -0.36 to 0.41, P = .89). There was no statistically significant difference in the Lachman test (OR = 0.86, 95%CI: 0.5-1.32, P = .50), pivot-shift test (OR = 0.68, 95%CI: 0.44-1.06, P = .09), and side-to-side difference (MD = -0.32, 95%CI: -0.81 to 0.16, P = .19). As for postoperative complications and OA changes, there were no statistically significant difference in flexion loss (OR = 1.09, 95%CI: 0.47-2.54, P = .85) and OA changes (OR = 0.76, 95%CI: 0.52-1.10, P = .15), but we found significant differences in favor of the HT group in the domains of kneeling pain (OR = 1.67, 95%CI: 1.04-2.69, P = .03), anterior knee pain (OR = 2.90, 95%CI: 1.46-5.77, P = .002), and extension loss (OR = 1.75, 95%CI: 1.12-2.75, P = .01). There was a significant difference in favor of the BPTB group in the domain of graft failure (OR = 0.59, 95%CI: 0.38-0.91, P = .02). CONCLUSIONS Based on the results above, HT autograft is comparable with the BPTB autograft in terms of clinical function, postoperative knee stability, and OA changes, with a medium-term follow-up. The HT autograft for ACL reconstruction carries a lower risk of complications, such as anterior knee pain, kneeling pain, and extension loss, but an increased incidence of graft failure. Patients should be informed of the differences when deciding on graft choice with their physician.
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- Lilian Zhao
- Department of Sports Medicine, Foshan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Foshan
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Foshan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Foshan
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- Second School of Clinical Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Foshan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Foshan
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Foshan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Foshan
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Foshan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Foshan
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Marques FDS, Barbosa PHB, Alves PR, Zelada S, Nunes RPDS, de Souza MR, Pedro MDAC, Nunes JF, Alves WM, de Campos GC. Anterior Knee Pain After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. Orthop J Sports Med 2020; 8:2325967120961082. [PMID: 33195725 PMCID: PMC7605008 DOI: 10.1177/2325967120961082] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2020] [Accepted: 05/08/2020] [Indexed: 01/13/2023] Open
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Background Anterior knee pain is a frequent condition after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), but its origin remains uncertain. Studies have suggested that donor site morbidity in autologous bone-patellar tendon-bone reconstructions may contribute to patellofemoral pain, but this does not explain why hamstring tendon reconstructions may also present with anterior pain. Purpose To evaluate the prevalence of anterior knee pain after ACLR and its predisposing factors. Study Design Case-control study; Level of evidence, 3. Methods We evaluated the records of all patients who underwent ACLR between 2000 and 2016 at a private facility. The prevalence of anterior knee pain after surgery was assessed, and possible risk factors (graft type, patient sex, surgical technique, range of motion) were evaluated. Results The records of 438 patients (mean age, 30 years) who underwent ACLR were analyzed. Anterior knee pain was found in 6.2% of the patients. We found an increased prevalence of anterior knee pain with patellar tendon graft, with an odds ratio of 3.4 (P = .011). Patients who experienced extension deficit in the postoperative period had an odds ratio of 5.3 of having anterior pain (P < .001). Anterior knee pain was not correlated with patient sex or surgical technique. Conclusion The chance of having anterior knee pain after ACLR was higher when patellar tendon autograft was used compared with hamstring tendon graft, as well as in patients who experienced extension deficit in the postoperative period.
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- Fabiano da Silva Marques
- Instituto Wilson Mello, Research and Study Center, Campinas, Brazil.,Pontifícia Universidade Católica Hospital of Campinas, Campinas, Brazil
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- Instituto Wilson Mello, Research and Study Center, Campinas, Brazil.,Pontifícia Universidade Católica Hospital of Campinas, Campinas, Brazil
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- Instituto Wilson Mello, Research and Study Center, Campinas, Brazil.,Pontifícia Universidade Católica Hospital of Campinas, Campinas, Brazil
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- Instituto Wilson Mello, Research and Study Center, Campinas, Brazil.,Pontifícia Universidade Católica Hospital of Campinas, Campinas, Brazil
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- Instituto Wilson Mello, Research and Study Center, Campinas, Brazil.,Pontifícia Universidade Católica Hospital of Campinas, Campinas, Brazil
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- Instituto Wilson Mello, Research and Study Center, Campinas, Brazil.,University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas, Brazil
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Anterior knee pain in ACL reconstruction with BPTB graft - Is it a myth? Comparative outcome analysis with hamstring graft in 1,250 patients. J Orthop 2020; 22:408-413. [PMID: 33029045 DOI: 10.1016/j.jor.2020.09.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2020] [Revised: 08/03/2020] [Accepted: 09/21/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Anterior Knee Pain(AKP) has been quoted as the main disadvantage of Bone Patellar Tendon Bone (BPTB)graft in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction (ACLR). We overcome the problem by harvesting BPTB graft by mini-open mobile window technique. Objectives To investigate postoperative incidence of AKP with BPTB graft in comparison with hamstring graft during primary ACLR. Methods Total of 1737 patients underwent ACLR in the study period of which 1250 met eligibility criteria (622-BPTB graft, , 628-Hamstring graft). Results Incidence of AKP, Lysholm score and IKDC score were analysed and found no statistically significant difference at 18-month followup. Conclusion BPTB graft harvested by mini-open mobile window technique has a low incidence of AKP as of hamstring graft.
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Mouarbes D, Dagneaux L, Olivier M, Lavoue V, Peque E, Berard E, Cavaignac E. Lower donor-site morbidity using QT autografts for ACL reconstruction. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2020; 28:2558-2566. [PMID: 32020251 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-020-05873-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2019] [Accepted: 01/21/2020] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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PURPOSE Comparing scar cosmesis and regional hypoesthesia at the incision site between quadriceps tendon (QT), bone-patellar tendon-bone (BPTB), and hamstring tendon (HT) for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. METHODS Ninety patients undergoing ACL reconstruction with QT, HT or BPTB were evaluated at 1-year post-op. Scar cosmesis was assessed using the patient and observer scar assessment scale (POSAS) and length of the incision. Sensory outcome was analyzed by calculating the area of hypoesthesia around the scar. The classical ACL reconstruction functional follow-up was measured using the Lysholm score and KOOS. RESULTS Concerning QT versus BPTB group, QT patients have a significantly lower mean POSAS (24.8 ± 6.3 vs. 39.6 ± 5.8; p < 0.0001), shorter mean incision (2.8 ± 0.4 cm vs. 6.4 ± 1.3 cm; p < 0.0001), lower extent of hypoesthesia (8.7 ± 5.1 cm2 vs. 88.2 ± 57 cm2; p < 0.0001), and better Lysholm score (90.1 ± 10.1 vs. 82.6 ± 13.5; n.s.). No significant difference was seen in KOOS (90.7 ± 7.2 vs. 88.4 ± 7.0; n.s.). Concerning QT versus HT group, no significant difference was found regarding mean POSAS score (24.8 ± 6.3 vs. 31.8 ± 6.2; n.s.), mean length of the incision (2.8 ± 0.4 cm vs. 2.5 ± 0.6 cm; n.s.), KOOS (90.7 ± 7.2 vs. 89.8 ± 8.2; n.s.) and mean Lysholm score (90.1 ± 10.1 vs. 87.8 ± 0.6; n.s.). The mean measured area of hypoesthesia was significantly higher in the HT group (70.3 ± 77.1 cm2 vs. 8.7 ± 5.1 cm2; p < 0.0001). CONCLUSION Quadriceps tendon harvesting technique has the safest incision by causing less sensory loss compared to BPTB and HT. It also has the advantage of a short incision with more cosmetic scar compared to BPTB, with no difference compared to HT. However, no significant difference in terms of functional outcome was shown between the three autografts. These findings provide surgeons evidence about their clinical practice and help with graft choice decisions. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE III.
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- Dany Mouarbes
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Trauma, Pierre Paul Riquet University Hospital, Toulouse, France
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Lower Limb Surgery Unit, Lapeyronie University Hospital, Montpellier, France
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Saint Marguerite University Hospital, Marseille, France
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospital of Nice, Nice, France
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Trauma, Pierre Paul Riquet University Hospital, Toulouse, France
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- Department of Epidemiology, Health Economics and Public Health, UMR1027 INSERM-University of Toulouse III, Toulouse University Hospital, Toulouse, France
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Trauma, Pierre Paul Riquet University Hospital, Toulouse, France. .,Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Hopital Pierre Paul Riquet, CHU Toulouse, Rue Jean Dausset, 3105, Toulouse, France.
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Barié A, Sprinckstub T, Huber J, Jaber A. Quadriceps tendon vs. patellar tendon autograft for ACL reconstruction using a hardware-free press-fit fixation technique: comparable stability, function and return-to-sport level but less donor site morbidity in athletes after 10 years. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2020; 140:1465-1474. [PMID: 32504178 PMCID: PMC7505888 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-020-03508-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2019] [Accepted: 05/31/2020] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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INTRODUCTION The use of quadriceps tendon-patellar bone (QTB) autograft for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is gaining momentum. Yet, long-term results that compare this procedure with established methods are lacking. The aim of this study was to report and compare long-term results of ACL reconstruction using QTB autografts versus bone-patellar tendon-bone (BPTB) autografts, both anchored using a hardware-free press-fit fixation technique. MATERIALS AND METHODS 60 athletes (Tegner score ≥6) with primary ACL rupture were prospectively randomized into two groups. 56 patients were evaluated after a mean duration of 12.2 ± 1.9 months (range 10-14) and 43 patients after 10.3 ± 0.2 years (range 10-11). RESULTS On final follow-up, 90% of patients scored very good and good results in the functional Lysholm score (mean 99 ± 7.1, range 74-100 points). Normal or almost normal IKDC score was reported by 84% of the patients (mean 97 ± 9.5, range 60-100 points). The activity level decreased in the Tegner score from median of 7 before injury to 6 after 10 years. The KT-1000 arthrometer showed a difference in the anterior translation of less than 3 mm (mean 1.0 ± 1.2, range - 1 to 5 mm) in 91% of the patients. Significant degeneration was radiologically detected in one patient per group. No tunnel widening was seen in any patient. Up to 97% of all patients were satisfied with the operative procedure. No significant differences were found in the mentioned parameters between the two groups and also in comparison with the 1-year results. The only significant difference was in the donor site morbidity. Significantly more patients in the BPTB group had complaints during kneeling both at 1 (p < 0.001) and 10 years (p = 0.019). Squatting was also subjectively more problematic in the BPTB group than in the QTB group both after 1 (p = 0.003) and 10 years (p = 0.046). CONCLUSIONS This study shows equally good functional, clinical and radiological long-term results for both hardware-free methods of ACL reconstruction. These results clinically confirm the safety of press-fit anchoring after 10 years. The failure rate in this study was very low, with only one re-rupture in 10 years. The increased donor site morbidity when using the BPTB autograft compared to the QTB autograft supports already reported data. It was also seen in this study for the implant-free press-fit techniques. STUDY DESIGN Prospective and randomized, level of evidence 2.
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- Alexander Barié
- Center for Orthopedics, Trauma Surgery and Spinal Cord Injury, Clinic for Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Heidelberg University Hospital, Schlierbacher Landstrasse 200a, 69118 Heidelberg, Germany
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- Center for Surgery B. Nimis and Dr. T. Sprinckstub, Zur Helde 4, 69168 Wiesloch, Germany
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- Center for Orthopedics of the Knee, Hopfenstraße 4, 69469 Weinheim, Germany
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- Center for Orthopedics, Trauma Surgery and Spinal Cord Injury, Clinic for Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Heidelberg University Hospital, Schlierbacher Landstrasse 200a, 69118 Heidelberg, Germany
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Akoto R, Albers M, Balke M, Bouillon B, Höher J. ACL reconstruction with quadriceps tendon graft and press-fit fixation versus quadruple hamstring graft and interference screw fixation - a matched pair analysis after one year follow up. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2019; 20:109. [PMID: 30871508 PMCID: PMC6419498 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-019-2499-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2018] [Accepted: 03/07/2019] [Indexed: 01/29/2023] Open
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Background The objective of the study was to compare the results of a primary anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) using the press-fit fixation technique for a quadriceps tendon (QT) graft to a standard quadrupled hamstring (HT) graft with interference screw fixation. Methods A retrospective cohort study with a 12-month follow up provided data for 92 patients. Exclusion criteria were accompanying ligament injuries and contralateral ACL injury. Patients who suffered a graft failure, which was defined as a side-to-side difference of > 3 mm, or infection were rated ‘D’ according to the IKDC and excluded from further evaluation. Forty-six patients underwent primary ACLR using the press-fit fixation technique for autologous bone QT graft. These patients were matched in terms of age, gender, accompanying meniscus tear and cartilage injury to 46 patients who underwent standard HT graft with interference screw fixation. Patients were evaluated according to the Lachman test, Pivot-Shift test, IKDC score, Tegner score, Rolimeter measurements, one-leg hop test, thigh circumference and donor side morbidity. Results No significant differences in Tegner score (p = 0.9), subjective or objective IKDC score (p = 0.9;p = 0.6), knee stability (Lachman Test p = 0.6; Pivot-Shift Test p = 0.4; Side-to-Side Difference p = 0.4), functioning testing (One-Leg Hop Test p = 0.6; Thigh Circumference p = 0.4) or donor side morbidity (p = 0.4) were observed at the follow up. The Lachman test was negative for 85% of the QT group and 83% of the HT group. The Pivot Shift Test was negative for 80% of the QT group and 85% of the HT group. The mean side-to-side difference was 1.6 ± 0 .2mm in both groups. The one-leg hop test revealed a collateral-side jumping distance of 96.2 ± 8.5% for the QT group and 95.5 ± 8.5% for the HT group. The thigh circumference of the injured leg was 98.3 ± 3.0% on the uninjured side in the QT group and 99.7 ± 3.0% in the HT group. A knee walking test resulted in no discomfort for 90% of the QT group and 85% of the HT group. The graft failure rate was 7.3% in the QT group and 9.8% in the HT group. Conclusion QT grafts fixated using the press-fit technique are a reliable alternative for primary ACL surgery.
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- Ralph Akoto
- Sports Clinic Cologne at Cologne Merheim Medical Center, Cologne, University of Witten/Herdecke, Ostmerheimerstraße 200, D-51109, Cologne, Germany.,Department of Trauma and Orthopedic Surgery, University of Witten/Herdecke, Cologne Merheim Medical Center, Cologne, Germany.,Department of Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, Asklepios Clinic St. Georg, Hamburg, Germany
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- Sports Clinic Cologne at Cologne Merheim Medical Center, Cologne, University of Witten/Herdecke, Ostmerheimerstraße 200, D-51109, Cologne, Germany
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- Sports Clinic Cologne at Cologne Merheim Medical Center, Cologne, University of Witten/Herdecke, Ostmerheimerstraße 200, D-51109, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopedic Surgery, University of Witten/Herdecke, Cologne Merheim Medical Center, Cologne, Germany
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- Sports Clinic Cologne at Cologne Merheim Medical Center, Cologne, University of Witten/Herdecke, Ostmerheimerstraße 200, D-51109, Cologne, Germany.
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No difference in sensory outcome between vertical and oblique incisions for hamstring graft harvest during ACL reconstruction. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2019; 27:146-152. [PMID: 30019072 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-018-5057-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2017] [Accepted: 07/11/2018] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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PURPOSE To compare the incidence, extent of sensory loss, its clinical effect and natural course caused by sensory nerve injury, during two different skin incisions used for autogenous hamstring graft harvest during ACL reconstruction. METHODS This randomized prospective study was carried out on 84 patients, divided into two groups, all of them underwent arthroscopic ACL reconstruction using hamstring tendon graft with two incisions; a vertical incision used in 43 patients, and an oblique incision in 41 patients. The location and area of sensory loss were evaluated during follow-up as well as the degree of improvement and patient satisfaction. RESULTS The average age in this study was 29.8 ± 7.2 in the vertical group and 29.9 ± 6.3 in the oblique group. Both semitendinosus and gracilles were harvested in 34 patients, semitendinosus in 49 patients and gracilles in one patient. In the vertical group, a higher incidence of sensory loss was recorded with 21 patients (51.2%), relative to the oblique group with 18 patients (41.9%). However, there was no statistically significant difference (p = n.s). Most of the sensory loss affected the distribution of the IPBSN (infrapatellar branch of saphenous nerve) in 27 patients (69.2%) in both groups, and to a lesser extent in the lower medial area [distribution of SBSN (sartorial branch of saphenous nerve)] in 12 patients (30.8%). CONCLUSION This study clearly revealed the high incidence of nerve injury particularly the IPBSN during hamstring graft harvest, but did not prove a difference between oblique and vertical incisions, with regard to postoperative sensory loss. It was clear that harvesting the semitendinosus alone is not a factor that can diminish nerve injury. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE II.
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Dhanakodi N, Thilak J, Varghese J, Menon KV, Varma H, Tripathy SK. Ceramic Bone Graft Substitutes do not reduce donor-site morbidity in ACL reconstruction surgeries: a pilot study. SICOT J 2019; 5:14. [PMID: 31084701 PMCID: PMC6515930 DOI: 10.1051/sicotj/2019013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2018] [Accepted: 04/08/2019] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Anterior knee pain is a major problem following Bone-patellar-tendon-bone graft (BPTB) use in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. We hypothesized that filling the donor defect sites with bone-graft substitute would reduce the anterior knee symptoms in ACL reconstruction surgeries. MATERIAL AND METHODS Patients operated for ACL-deficient knee between March 2012 and August 2013 using BPTB graft were divided into two treatment groups. The patellar and tibial donor-site bony defects were filled-up with Hydroxyapatite-Bioglass (HAP:BG) blocks in the study group (n = 15) and no filler was used in the control group (n = 16). At 2 years, the clinical improvement was assessed using International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) score and donor-site morbidity was assessed by questionnaires and specific tests related to anterior knee pain symptoms. RESULTS Donor-site tenderness was present in 40% patients in the study group and 37.5% patients in the control group (p = 0.59). Pain upon kneeling was present in 33.3% patients in the study group and 37.5% patients in the control group (p = 0.55). Walking in kneeling position elicited pain in 40% patients in the study group and 43.8% in the control group (p = 0.56). The mean visual analogue score for knee pain was 3.0 in the study group and 3.13 in the control group, with no statistically significant difference (p = 0.68). Unlike control group, where a persistent bony depression defect was observed at donor sites, no such defects were observed in the study group. CONCLUSION Filling the defects of donor sites with HAP:BG blocks do not reduce the anterior knee symptoms in patients with ACL reconstruction using autogenous BPTB graft.
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- Naresh Dhanakodi
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Department of Orthopaedics, Meenakshi Mission Hospital Madurai India
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Department of Orthopaedics, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences Kochi India
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Department of Orthopaedics, Lakeshore Hospital and Research Centre Kochi India
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Kovindha K, Ganokroj P, Lertwanich P, Vanadurongwan B. Quantifying anterior knee pain during specific activities after using the bone-patellar tendon-bone graft for arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. ASIA-PACIFIC JOURNAL OF SPORT MEDICINE ARTHROSCOPY REHABILITATION AND TECHNOLOGY 2018; 15:6-12. [PMID: 30505694 PMCID: PMC6250893 DOI: 10.1016/j.asmart.2018.10.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2018] [Revised: 10/08/2018] [Accepted: 10/25/2018] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Background/objective There has been much debate about the optimal graft choice for an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. Anterior knee pain is a common donor site problem when using a bone-patellar tendon-bone (BPTB) graft. However, knowledge of the characteristics of anterior knee pain during different daily activities is still limited. This study aimed to determine the incidence of anterior knee pain and to quantify the degree of pain during a range of daily living activities. Methods Thirty-five patients who were scheduled to undergo an ACL reconstruction with an autologous BPTB graft between February 2015 and December 2016 were enrolled. A visual analogue scale (VAS) for pain was recorded during each of the following activities: ascending at 30-degree slope, ascending and descending stairs, running, jumping, squatting, kneeling, sitting cross-legged, and sitting one-legged. Demographic data, the range of motion, the area of decreased sensation, and the IKDC score were collected and compared 3 and 6 months postoperatively. Results The 35 male patients had a mean age of 29.7 years. Postoperatively, the mean IKDC scores were 58.1 ± 9.8 at 3 months and 72.7 ± 10.5 at 6 months. The incidences of overall anterior knee pain were 62.9% and 34.3% at the 3- and 6-month time points. Kneeling was the only activity that produced severe pain. At 3 months postoperatively, kneeling's mean VAS pain score was 3.9 ± 2.9 (2.9, 4.9; 95% CI for mean for 17 patients [48.5%] with considerable pain), whereas at 6 months postoperatively, it was 2 ± 2.5 (1.2–2.9; 95% CI for mean for 9 patients [25.7%] with considerable pain). The area of numbness of the proximal leg decreased from 12.8 ± 18.3 cm2 (6.4, 19.2; 95% CI for mean) to 3.2 ± 9.1 cm2 (0.1, 6.5; 95% CI for mean) at 3 and 6 months postoperatively. Conclusions Kneeling was the most challenging activity in terms of creating considerable levels of anterior knee pain in patients who had undergone an ACL reconstruction using a BPTB graft. Other knee activities, however, did not create moderate or severe degrees of anterior knee pain. Both anterior knee pain and numbness at the proximal leg improved over time. Trial registration number: TCTR2018–0630002.
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- Khorpong Kovindha
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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Quadriceps Tendon-Bone or Patellar Tendon-Bone Autografts When Reconstructing the Anterior Cruciate Ligament: A Meta-analysis. Clin J Sport Med 2018; 28:316-324. [PMID: 28654440 DOI: 10.1097/jsm.0000000000000451] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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OBJECTIVE We aimed to quantitatively assess the outcomes of studies, comparing the use of Bone-patellar tendon-bone (BPTB) and the quadriceps tendon-bone (QTB) autografts when reconstructing the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). DATA SOURCES MEDLINE, Embase, and CINAHL databases were searched for relevant articles published between January 1980 and January 2015 for the purpose of identifying studies comparing BPTB and QTB autografts for ACL reconstruction. Included studies were assessed regarding their methodological quality before analysis. Outcomes analyzed were graft failure rates, objective and subjective stability assessments, as well as the presence and severity of donor site morbidity. MAIN RESULTS Five studies contributed to the quantitative analysis of 806 patients with 452 patients included in the BPTB group and 354 patients in the QTB group. Graft failure rates were similar between the 2 groups [odds ratio (OR) = 0.61; confidence interval (CI) = 0.17-2.15; Z = 0.78, P = 0.44]. There were no significant differences between the 2 groups when testing anteroposterior stability using an arthrometer (standardized mean difference = 0.07; CI = -0.12-0.25; Z = 0.70, P = 0.48). At 1 year postoperatively, there was no difference in the percentage of patients with a positive pivot shift test between the 2 groups (OR = 1.0; CI = 0.85-1.18; Z = 0.01, P = 0.99). However, significantly less patients had graft site pain 1 year after surgery in the QTB group (OR = 0.10; CI = 0.02-0.43; Z = 3.12, P = 0.002). Similarly, fewer patients reported moderate to severe pain while kneeling, in the QTB group (OR = 0.16; CI = 0.07-0.37; Z = 4.26, P < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS This study demonstrates comparable survival rates and joint stability when BPTB and QTB grafts are used. However, fewer adverse donor site symptoms are evident with QTB grafts. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE III.
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Mukhopadhyay R, Shah N, Vakta R, Bhatt J. Anterior knee pain following BPTB graft harvest. Reality or overhyped. J Clin Orthop Trauma 2018; 9:307-311. [PMID: 30449976 PMCID: PMC6224633 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcot.2018.03.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2017] [Revised: 02/26/2018] [Accepted: 03/08/2018] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION The patellar tendon graft has long been the gold standard for ACL reconstruction. Recently semitendinosus and gracilis tendons graft have been used increasingly. We hypothetise that the Bone-Patella Tendon-Bone graft is a good and economical graft for the Indian population with no adverse effects of anterior knee pain or patellar tendon shortening. We believe that the early squatting and cross-legged sitting causes early and constant stretching of the tendon in our patients. This is responsible for the lesser incidences of adverse effects in the Indian population. MATERIAL AND METHOD In a retrospective study, the hospital database was scrutinized to shortlist patients who had undergone a bone-patella tendon-bone harvest for ACL or PCL reconstruction before 2013. Each patient was evaluated using the Lysholm score and the KOOS Score. VAS was also used, to evaluate for the amount of pain experienced by patients. The analysis of the quadriceps power along with the presence or absence of any extensor lag was made too. The modified Insall Salvati index was also calculated. RESULTS Forty-seven patients were shortlisted of which 25 patients were followed up with an average follow up of 94.5 months. Although some patients did complain of occasional pain with the average VAS score of 1.45; on analyzing the data it was evident that all our patients had excellent quadriceps power (5/5) with no extensor lag. The mean Lysholm score was 95.55, while the mean KOOS score was 94.17. The mean Insall index of 1.05 showed no significant patella baja in any of our patients. CONCLUSION It is ascertained that no significant retro-patellar pain or shortening of the patellar tendon occurs following a bone patella tendon bone harvest. The bone patella bone tendon graft is a suitable graft for ligament reconstruction with good functional outcome, and no significant adverse effect of patella baja or anterior knee pain in the Indian patients. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV.
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- Aash Arthroscopy Centre, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
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- Aash Arthroscopy Centre, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
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- Aash Arthroscopy Centre, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
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Chiba D, Tsuda E, Sasaki S, Liu X, Ishibashi Y. Anthropometric and Skeletal Parameters Predict 2-Strand Semitendinosus Tendon Size in Double-Bundle Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. Orthop J Sports Med 2017; 5:2325967117720148. [PMID: 28812041 PMCID: PMC5542154 DOI: 10.1177/2325967117720148] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Background: Few studies have examined whether skeletal parameters predict hamstring graft size during anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). Purpose/Hypothesis: The purpose of this study was to examine whether preoperative anthropometric and radiographic skeletal parameters could predict hamstring graft size during ACLR. We hypothesized that both anthropometric and skeletal parameters can be used to predict graft size in our double-bundle procedure and that the use of skeletal parameters will improve the accuracy of graft size prediction. Study Design: Cross-sectional study; Level of evidence, 3. Methods: A total of 200 patients were recruited and underwent double-bundle ACLR using a semitendinosus (ST) graft. The harvested tendon was measured to determine graft length (GL) and then split at its midpoint. The graft diameters of the anteromedial (GDAM) and posterolateral bundles (GDPL) were measured at the femoral aspect of the 2-stranded graft. The mean diameters of both bundles were included in the analysis. On the coronal radiograph, femorotibial angle (FTA), femoral interepicondylar distance (IED), and tibial plateau width (coronal tibial width [CTW]) were measured. Blumensaat line length (BLL) and the lateral tibial width (LTW) were measured on the lateral radiograph. A linear regression analysis was conducted using graft size as the dependent variable and age, sex, height, weight, Tegner activity score, and skeletal parameters as the independent variables. Results: Mean GL was 258.9 ± 21.9 mm, GDAM was 5.9 ± 0.5 mm, and GDPL was 5.7 ± 0.6 mm. Single regression analysis showed that GL was significantly predicted by sex, height, weight, Tegner activity score, IED, CTW, BLL, and LTW (R2 range, 0.033-0.342). GD was predicted by sex, height, weight, IED, CTW, BLL, and LTW (R2 range, 0.094-0.207). Stepwise multiple linear regression analysis significantly confirmed sex, height, and age as the variables to comprehensively predict GL (R2 = 0.384). With regard to GD, stepwise multiple regression confirmed height and IED as significant variables (R2 = 0.224). Conclusion: Both preoperative anthropometric and radiographic parameters on plain radiographs were able to predict harvested GL and 2-strand GD. Multivariate regression slightly improved the prediction of graft dimensions compared with univariate regression.
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- Daisuke Chiba
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hirosaki University Graduate School of Medicine, Aomori, Japan
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Hirosaki University Graduate School of Medicine, Aomori, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hirosaki University Graduate School of Medicine, Aomori, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hirosaki University Graduate School of Medicine, Aomori, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hirosaki University Graduate School of Medicine, Aomori, Japan
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Hoch JM, Perkins WO, Hartman JR, Hoch MC. Somatosensory deficits in post‐ACL reconstruction patients: A case–control study. Muscle Nerve 2016; 55:5-8. [DOI: 10.1002/mus.25167] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2015] [Revised: 04/20/2016] [Accepted: 04/27/2016] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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- Johanna M. Hoch
- School of Physical Therapy and Athletic TrainingOld Dominion UniversityNorfolk Virginia USA
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- School of Physical Therapy and Athletic TrainingOld Dominion UniversityNorfolk Virginia USA
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- School of Physical Therapy and Athletic TrainingOld Dominion UniversityNorfolk Virginia USA
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- School of Physical Therapy and Athletic TrainingOld Dominion UniversityNorfolk Virginia USA
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Seijas R, Cuscó X, Sallent A, Serra I, Ares O, Cugat R. Pain in donor site after BTB-ACL reconstruction with PRGF: a randomized trial. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2016; 136:829-35. [PMID: 27146668 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-016-2458-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2015] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears are highly incident injuries in young athletes within our work area. The use of the patellar graft, despite being the treatment of choice, presents post-operative problems such as anterior knee pain, which limits its use and leads to preference being taken for alternative grafts. Our aim was to evaluate if the application of PRGF reduces anterior knee pain in donor site in BTB-ACL reconstruction. MATERIALS AND METHODS 43 patients were included in the double-blinded and randomized clinical trial comparing two patient groups who underwent ACL reconstruction using patellar tendon graft, comparing anterior knee pain with and without the application of PRGF at the donor site after harvesting the graft. RESULTS The PRGF group showed decreased donor site pain in comparison to the control group, with significant differences in the first two months of follow-up. CONCLUSION The application of PRGF decreased donor site pain compared to the control group.
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- Roberto Seijas
- Orthopaedic Surgery, Artroscopia G.C., Fundación García-Cugat, Hospital Quirón Barcelona, Universitat Internacional de Catalunya Pza, Alfonso Comín 5-7, 08023, Barcelona, Spain.
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- Orthopaedic Surgery, Artroscopia G.C., Fundación García-Cugat, Hospital Quirón Barcelona, Universitat Internacional de Catalunya Pza, Alfonso Comín 5-7, 08023, Barcelona, Spain
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- Veterinarian Surgery University of Valencia, Valencia, Spain
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- Orthopaedic Surgery, Artroscopia G.C., Fundación García-Cugat, Hospital Quirón Barcelona, Universitat Internacional de Catalunya Pza, Alfonso Comín 5-7, 08023, Barcelona, Spain.,Hospital Clínic Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Orthopaedic Surgery, Artroscopia G.C., Fundación García-Cugat, Hospital Quirón Barcelona, Universitat Internacional de Catalunya Pza, Alfonso Comín 5-7, 08023, Barcelona, Spain
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Kim SJ, Yoon JY, Kim SM, Ha S, Kim SH, Cho I. A Comparative Study on the Postoperative Outcomes of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Using Patellar Bone-Tendon Autografts and Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Autografts. Arthroscopy 2016; 32:1072-9. [PMID: 26972628 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2015.10.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2015] [Revised: 08/25/2015] [Accepted: 10/12/2015] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To evaluate and compare the clinical outcomes of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction using a bone-patellar tendon-bone (BPTB) autograft and a patellar bone-tendon (PBT) autograft. METHODS Seventy-nine patients who underwent ACL reconstruction using either a BPTB autograft or a PBT autograft were retrospectively evaluated. The minimum follow-up period was 24 months after surgery. A graft selection was determined by the patellar tendon length as measured on preoperative magnetic resonance imaging. If the patellar tendon length was longer than or equal to 45 mm, a PBT graft attached with the EndoPearl device was used. Fifty-one patients used BPTB autografts (group B) and 28 patients used PBT autografts (group P). The Lachman test, pivot-shift test, and anterior translation tested with a KT2000 arthrometer were assessed. Functional outcomes were assessed with the use of the Lysholm score, International Knee Documentation Committee subjective score, and objective grade. Anterior knee pain including kneeling pain was assessed with the use of the Shelbourne and Trumper questionnaire. RESULTS There was no statistically significant difference between the 2 groups in the postoperative values of degree of anterior translation (P = .76), Lysholm score (P = .62), International Knee Documentation Committee subjective score (P = .91), and objective grade (P = .91). However, anterior knee pain assessed with the use of the Shelbourne and Trumper questionnaire (group B = 90 [range, 65 to 100], group P = 95 [range, 59 to 100], P = .02) and number of patients having kneeling pain (group B = 41%, group P = 18%, P = .04) differed significantly between the 2 groups. CONCLUSIONS ACL reconstruction using a PBT autograft provided reliable knee stability comparable to a BPTB autograft but with less kneeling pain. For patients who have a long patellar tendon that may cause graft-tunnel mismatch, a PBT can be an effective alternative graft option for arthroscopic ACL reconstruction. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III, retrospective comparative study.
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- Sung-Jae Kim
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Gangdong Yonsei Sarang Hospital, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Yonsei Mucheoknaeun Hospital, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Modu Hospital, Incheon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
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Minimally invasive harvesting of bone patella tendon bone autografts in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: Surgical technique. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2016. [DOI: 10.1016/j.orthtr.2016.02.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Riaz O, Nisar S, Phillips H, Siddiqui A. Quantifying the problem of kneeling after a two incision bone tendon bone arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Muscles Ligaments Tendons J 2015; 5:181-6. [PMID: 26605192 DOI: 10.11138/mltj/2015.5.3.181] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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INTRODUCTION the aims of this study was to investigate the post-operative incidence of anterior knee pain and quantify the problem of kneeling in patients who have underwent anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction with a bone tendon bone (BTB) graft. METHODS prospective study of 71 male patients who participated in competitive sports and underwent BTB ACL reconstruction using a two incision approach between August 2008 and May 2011. The patella defect was packed with bone graft, and the peritenon was preserved and repaired. A questionnaire was used to evaluate pain and kneeling capability. All patients had pre and post operative Lysholm/Tegner scores, KT1000 evaluation and hop tests to assess knee stability and function. RESULTS 71 patients were operated and had a follow up of 42 months, mean age 29.8. 22 patients had anterior knee pain on kneeling, paraesthesia of anterior knee was found in 23 patients. 65 patients were still able to kneel and 6 found they were unable. 36 were able to kneel for unrestricted periods, 9 for 5-15 minutes, 15 kneel for 1-5 minutes and 5 for >1 minute. Anterior knee pain was compared to kneeling time (P=0.001). Paraesthesia and kneeling time, (P=0.001). Anterior knee pain when compared with Lysholm score (P=0.540), hop test (P=0.277), and Lachman's (P=0.254). CONCLUSIONS two incision BTB grafting of the patella and repair of the paritenon minimises the length of scar at the front of the knee. This reduces any palpable defects which could be causation factor for pain whilst kneeling. We have quantified kneeling and pain, thus aiding patients and surgeons in making the right decision for graft choice for ACL reconstruction.
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- Osman Riaz
- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Calderdale and Huddersfield Foundation NHS Trust, Huddersfield, UK
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Calderdale and Huddersfield Foundation NHS Trust, Huddersfield, UK
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Calderdale and Huddersfield Foundation NHS Trust, Huddersfield, UK
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Calderdale and Huddersfield Foundation NHS Trust, Huddersfield, UK
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Walter SG, Thomas TS, Tafuro L, Thomas W. Enhanced Bone-Tendon-Bone Approach for Open Anterior Cruciate Ligament Replacement With Conservation of the Joint Capsule. Arthrosc Tech 2015; 4:e609-13. [PMID: 26900562 PMCID: PMC4722702 DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2015.06.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2015] [Accepted: 06/15/2015] [Indexed: 02/03/2023] Open
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Arthroscopic procedures for ruptured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears are a common standard. However, there are strong alternatives to this standard. The purpose of this study is to present a precise, fast, and minimally invasive but open procedure for reconstruction of the ruptured ACL. The torn ACL is substituted by a widely used bone-patellar tendon-bone (BPTB) autograft. After the BPTB graft has been harvested, the Hoffa body is exposed and mobilized ventrally. The surgeon then has a free view of the remnants of the torn ACL, which are to be removed completely. Through the tibial and femoral footprints of the ACL, a tunnel is drilled under a direct view, thus ensuring optimal anatomic positioning of the BPTB graft. The described approach is simple in handling and advantageous because all steps are performed under a direct view, which improves overall precision and intraoperative functional control.
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Healing of donor site in bone-tendon-bone ACL reconstruction accelerated with plasma rich in growth factors: a randomized clinical trial. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2015; 23:991-7. [PMID: 24280956 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-013-2787-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2013] [Accepted: 11/17/2013] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
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PURPOSE To determine whether the use of plasma rich in growth factors accelerates healing of the donor site in bone-tendon-bone anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction (patellar graft). The use of the patellar graft presents post-operative problems such as anterior knee pain, which limits its use and leads to preference being taken for alternative grafts. METHODS A double-blind, randomized, clinical trial was performed comparing two groups of patients who underwent ACL reconstruction using patellar tendon graft and comparing the use of plasma rich in growth factors at the donor site after graft harvest in terms of local regeneration by ultrasound assessment. RESULTS The plasma rich in growth factors group shows earlier donor site regeneration in comparison with the control group (2 months earlier), with significant differences in the first 4 months of the follow-up. CONCLUSION The application of plasma rich in growth factors shows accelerated tissue regeneration processes with respect to the control group. This fact, together with the previously published with similar conclusions, can create a knowledge basis in order to set out new recovery guidelines following ACL reconstruction. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic study, Level I.
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Shelbourne KD, Beck MB, Gray T. Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with contralateral autogenous patellar tendon graft: evaluation of donor site strength and subjective results. Am J Sports Med 2015; 43:648-53. [PMID: 25520302 DOI: 10.1177/0363546514560877] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Few surgeons use a contralateral patellar tendon autograft for primary anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction because of concern for donor site morbidity. HYPOTHESIS There will be no difference in quadriceps muscle strength or International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) subjective scores in patients with contralateral grafts compared with patients with ipsilateral grafts. STUDY DESIGN Cohort study; Level of evidence, 3. METHODS Between 2007 and 2009, a total of 279 patients who underwent primary ACL reconstruction with autogenous patellar tendon graft from the contralateral knee met the inclusion criteria of unilateral knee involvement, no arthritic changes preoperatively, and minimum 2-year follow-up objective and subjective evaluations. A control group was obtained of 58 patients who had the same inclusion criteria and were of the same age but who underwent surgery with ipsilateral graft. Patients underwent a goal-directed and sequential postoperative rehabilitation program that first emphasized controlling a hemarthrosis and obtaining full knee range of motion immediately after surgery, followed by increasing leg strength and performing functional activities. The rehabilitation for the contralateral donor site emphasized high-repetition/low-resistance exercises beginning the day after surgery. The IKDC subjective data were compared between surgery groups. Quadriceps muscle strength was evaluated in both knees compared with the preoperative values obtained in the noninvolved knee and between knees at 2 years postoperatively. RESULTS Quadriceps muscle strength compared with the preoperative normal value (mean ± SD) was 105% ± 29% in the ipsilateral ACL-reconstructed knee versus 114% ± 28.4% in the contralateral donor knee (P < .01) and 116% ± 25% in the contralateral ACL-reconstructed knee (P = .0339). Mean side-to-side strength (ACL-reconstructed knee/opposite knee) was 98.4% ± 13.6% in the contralateral group versus 92.9% ± 13.0% in the ipsilateral group (P < .01). The mean total IKDC score was 92.4 ± 9.6 for the contralateral donor knee. The mean IKDC total score for the ACL-reconstructed knee was 88.8 ± 12.3 in the contralateral group and 88.9 ± 11.2 in the ipsilateral group (P = .626). CONCLUSION After ACL reconstruction with contralateral patellar tendon graft, patients can achieve strength symmetry between legs after surgery without experiencing adverse subjective symptoms after graft harvest. Furthermore, strength return can be superior with a contralateral graft than with an ipsilateral graft.
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- Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
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- Shelbourne Knee Center, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
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Xie X, Liu X, Chen Z, Yu Y, Peng S, Li Q. A meta-analysis of bone-patellar tendon-bone autograft versus four-strand hamstring tendon autograft for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Knee 2015; 22:100-10. [PMID: 25547048 DOI: 10.1016/j.knee.2014.11.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 218] [Impact Index Per Article: 24.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2014] [Revised: 10/14/2014] [Accepted: 11/24/2014] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND There is a lack of comprehensive studies comparing the clinical outcome of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction with either a bone-patellar tendon-bone (BPTB) or four-strand hamstring tendon (4SHT) autografts. The optimal choice of graft for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction remains controversial. PURPOSE The objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of BPTB autografts versus 4SHT autografts for the reconstruction of ACL. METHODS A systematical search of literature was performed in Pubmed, Embase, and the Cochrane library to identify published clinical prospective studies relevant to ACL reconstruction comparing BPTB and 4SHT autografts. The results of the eligible studies were analysed in terms of instrumented laxity measurements, Lachman test, pivot shift test, objective International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) scores, return to preinjury activity level, and morbidity of graft failure, anterior knee pain, kneeling pain, extension deficit, and flexion deficit. Study quality was assessed by using the Jadad scale for randomized clinical trial (RCT) and the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale (NOS) for prospective cohort study (PCS). Two reviewers independently assessed each study for quality and extracted data. Subgroup analysis of the primary outcomes was conducted according to the type of study design (RCT or PCS). RESULTS Twenty-two studies, with 931 patients in the BPTB group and 999 patients in the 4SHT group, met the inclusion criteria. Fourteen studies were randomized controlled trials, and eight were prospective cohort studies. The results of the meta-analysis showed that there were no significant differences between BPTB and 4SHT in terms of instrumented laxity measurements (P=0.06), Lachman test (P=0.58), objective IKDC scores (P=0.31), graft failure (P=0.45), extension deficit (P=0.06) and flexion deficit (P=0.63). However, outcomes in favour of BPTB were found in terms of pivot shift test (P=0.01) and return to preinjury activity level (P=0.03); outcome measures that favours 4SHT included anterior knee pain (P<0.01) and kneeling pain (P<0.01). These findings were still robust during the sensitivity analysis. Results from subgroup analysis of the primary outcomes were consistent with the overall analysis. CONCLUSION Based on the results above, ACL reconstruction with BPTB autografts might be superior in resuming rotation stability of the knee joint and allow patients to return to higher levels of activity in comparison with 4SHT autografts. Whereas, postoperative complications of the knee joint were lower for 4SHT autografts than for BPTB autografts. There was insufficient evidence to identify which of the two types of grafts was significantly better for ACL reconstruction considering the limitations of this study. More high-quality randomized controlled trials with strictly specified inclusion criteria are highly required before drawing a reliable conclusion.
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- Xiaobo Xie
- Department of Orthopedics, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, 253 Gongye Road, 510282 Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Zhaoqing First People's Hospital, 9 Donggang Road, Duanzhou District, 526020 Zhaoqing, China
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- Department of Intensive Care Unit, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, 253 Gongye Road, 510282 Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Intensive Care Unit, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, 253 Gongye Road, 510282 Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Intensive Care Unit, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, 253 Gongye Road, 510282 Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, 253 Gongye Road, 510282 Guangzhou, China.
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Tornetta P, Kocher MS, Probe RA, Foster TE, Silvestri L. Myth busters: an AOA symposium: AOA critical issues. J Bone Joint Surg Am 2014; 96:e170. [PMID: 25274798 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.l.01536] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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One of the goals of the annual American Orthopaedic Association (AOA) meeting is to address controversy, both in leadership and clinical practice. A panel of experts in their respective fields presented the background and literature behind three "myths" in orthopaedic management and made conclusions as to their validity. First, Dr. Kocher took on the myth of prophylactic pinning on the contralateral "normal" side for a patient with a slipped capital femoral epiphysis. Second, Dr. Probe evaluated the myth that all intertrochanteric fractures are best treated with intramedullary devices. Last, Dr. Foster and Dr. Silvestri tackled the myth that autograft is always the best choice for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. All three of these topics are subjects of current debate. The panel's careful examination of the available data along with their expertise in the management of these problems is presented in this thought-provoking JBJS Critical Issues article.
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- Paul Tornetta
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Boston University Medical Center, 850 Harrison Avenue, D2N, Boston, MA 02118. E-mail address for P. Tornetta III:
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- Division of Sports Medicine, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Boston Children's Hospital, 319 Longwood Avenue, Boston, MA 02115
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Scott & White Healthcare, Texas A&M Health Science Center, 2401 S. 31st Street, Temple, TX 76508
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Boston University Medical Center, 850 Harrison Avenue, D2N, Boston, MA 02118. E-mail address for P. Tornetta III:
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Boston University Medical Center, 850 Harrison Avenue, D2N, Boston, MA 02118. E-mail address for P. Tornetta III:
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Leitgeb J, Koettsdorfer J, Schuster R, Kovar FM, Platzer P, Aldrian S. Primary anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction in athletes: a 5-year follow up comparing patellar tendon versus hamstring tendon autograft. Wien Klin Wochenschr 2014; 126:397-402. [DOI: 10.1007/s00508-014-0550-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2014] [Accepted: 04/13/2014] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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Xie X, Xiao Z, Li Q, Zhu B, Chen J, Chen H, Yang F, Chen Y, Lai Q, Liu X. Increased incidence of osteoarthritis of knee joint after ACL reconstruction with bone-patellar tendon-bone autografts than hamstring autografts: a meta-analysis of 1,443 patients at a minimum of 5 years. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY AND TRAUMATOLOGY 2014; 25:149-59. [PMID: 24748500 DOI: 10.1007/s00590-014-1459-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 58] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2014] [Accepted: 04/10/2014] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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PURPOSE The objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of BPTB autografts versus HT autografts at a minimum of 5 years after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. METHODS A systematical search of literature was performed in PubMed, Embase and the Cochrane library to identify published randomized controlled trials (RCT) or prospective cohort studies (PCS) relevant to ACL reconstruction comparing BPTB and HT autografts. The results of the eligible studies were analysed in terms of objective International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) scores, return to preinjury activity level, KT-1000, Lachman test, pivot shift test, anterior knee pain, kneeling pain, extension loss, and flexion loss, graft failure and radiographic outcomes. Study quality was assessed by using the Coleman methodology score for included studies. Two reviewers independently assessed each study for quality and extracted data. Subgroup analysis of the primary outcomes was conducted according to the type of study design (RCT or PCS). RESULTS Twelve RCTs, two PCS including 1,443 patients comparing hamstring and patellar tendon autografts were identified. The results of the meta-analysis showed that there were no significant differences between BPTB and HT in terms of objective IKDC score (P = 0.83), return to preinjury activity (P = 0.69), KT-1000 (P = 0.12), Lachman test (P = 0.76), pivot shift test (P = 0.11), extension deficit (P = 0.09), flexion deficit (P = 0.71) and graft failure (P = 0.22). However, outcomes in favour of HT autografts were found in terms of anterior knee pain (P = 0.0001) and kneeling pain (P = 0.001). Radiographic evidence of osteoarthritis (OA) showed that incidence of OA was significantly higher in BPTB groups compared with HT groups based on IKDC system. These findings were still robust during the sensitivity analysis. Results from subgroup analysis of the primary outcomes were consistent with the overall analysis. CONCLUSION Meta-analysis of prospective trials did not detect any significant differences in clinical results, as evidenced by the objective IKDC score, return to preinjury activity level, KT-1000, Lachman test, pivot shift test, extension loss, flexion loss and graft failure. However, the meta-analysis revealed that ACL reconstruction with BPTB autografts resulted in increased anterior knee pain and kneeling pain compared with hamstring autografts. Increased incidence of OA was found after ACL reconstruction at a minimum of 5 years in BPTB group compared with HT autografts. This result should be cautiously interpreted. More high-quality RCT with strictly specified inclusion criteria are highly required before drawing a reliable conclusion.
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- Xiaobo Xie
- Department of Orthopedics, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, 253 Gongye Road, Guangzhou, 510282, China
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Tavakoli Darestani R, Bagherian Lemraski MM, Hosseinpour M, Kamrani-Rad A. Electrophysiological Assessment of Injury to the Infra-patellar Branch(es) of the Saphenous Nerve during Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Using Medial Hamstring Auto-grafts: Vertical versus Oblique Harvest Site Incisions. ARCHIVES OF TRAUMA RESEARCH 2013; 2:118-23. [PMID: 24693521 PMCID: PMC3950914 DOI: 10.5812/atr.11146] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2013] [Revised: 05/07/2013] [Accepted: 08/13/2013] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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BACKGROUND It was suggested that the direction of incision for medial hamstring tendons harvesting influences the incidence of injury to the infrapatellar branch of the saphenous nerve (IPBSN), a common complication following arthroscopically-assisted anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). OBJECTIVES The main purpose of current study was to compare the incidence of IPBSN injury between vertical and oblique incisions utilizing electrophysiological evaluation. PATIENTS AND METHODS There were 60 patients underwent arthroscopically-assisted ACLR assigned to two equal vertical or oblique incision groups, randomly. One year postoperatively, the patients were electrophysiologically examined to detect whether IPBSN is injured. The Lysholm score was completed. The patients' satisfaction with surgical outcomes determined utilizing visual analogue scale (VAS). Finally, two groups were compared and the effect of IPBSN injury on function and satisfaction was investigated. RESULTS The incidence of IPBSN injury was higher in the vertical group (4 patients vs. 10 patients), but the difference was not statistically significant. The mean of Lysholm and VAS scores were the same. Also, the mean of Lysholm score was the same in patients with and without IPBSN injury. However, patients without IPBSN injury were more satisfied (8.9 ± 9 vs. 7.4 ± 1.1; P < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS IPBSN injury is a common complication following arthroscopically-assisted ACLR and, if not significant, oblique direction of the incision is associated with decreased incidence of the injury. IPBSN injury has no effect on the function but because of the disturbance with patients' satisfaction, authors believe the oblique incision is preferable to avoid the nerve injury during medial hamstring tendons harvesting.
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- Trauma Research Center, Kashan University of Medical
Sciences, Kashan, IR Iran
- Corresponding author: Mehrdad Hosseinpour, Trauma
Research Center, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, IR Iran. Tel:
+98-3112335547, Fax: +98-3615620634, E-mail:
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- Orthopedics Surgery Department, Beheshti University of
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Two-stage procedure in anterior cruciate ligament revision surgery: a five-year follow-up prospective study. INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS 2013; 37:1369-74. [PMID: 23624910 DOI: 10.1007/s00264-013-1886-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2013] [Accepted: 03/25/2013] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to show that this two-stage procedure for ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) revision surgery could be straight-forward and provide satisfactory clinical and functional outcomes. MATERIALS This is a five-year prospective analysis of clinical and functional data on 30 patients (19 men and 11 women; average age 29.1 ± 5.4) who underwent a two-stage ACL revision procedure after traumatic re-rupture of the ACL. Diagnosis was on Lachman and pivot-shift tests, arthrometer 30-lb KT-1000 side-to-side findings, and on MRI and arthroscopic assessments. RESULTS Postoperative IKDC and Lysholm scores were significantly improved compared to baseline values (P < 0.001). At the last follow up, 20 of 30 patients (66.7%) had returned to preoperative sport activity level (nine elite athletes, 11 county level), seven had changed to lower sport levels, and three had given up any sport activity. At the same appointment, 11 patients had degenerative changes. All these patients reported significantly lower Lysholm scores compared to patients without any degenerative change (p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS In ACL revision surgery, when the first femoral tunnel has been correctly placed, this procedure allows safe filling of large bony defects, with no donor site comorbidities. It provides comfortable clinical, functional and imaging outcomes.
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Li S, Chen Y, Lin Z, Cui W, Zhao J, Su W. A systematic review of randomized controlled clinical trials comparing hamstring autografts versus bone-patellar tendon-bone autografts for the reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2012; 132:1287-97. [PMID: 22661336 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-012-1532-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 97] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2011] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Controversies exist over which type of graft is best for the reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). The purpose of this systematic review was to evaluate the effectiveness of ACL reconstruction using either hamstring (HT) autografts or bone-patellar tendon-bone (BPTB) autografts. METHODS We searched the Cochrane Library, MEDLINE and EMBASE for published randomized controlled trials (RCT) comparing HT autografts with BPTB autografts for ACL reconstruction. Data analyses were performed using Cochrane Collaboration RevMan 5.0. RESULTS Nine RCTs (738 patients) met the inclusion criteria. The combined results of the meta-analysis indicated there was a significantly lower rate of negative Pivot test [relative risk (RR) 0.87, 95 % confidence intervals (CI) 0.79-0.96, P = 0.004], anterior knee pain (RR 0.66, 95 % CI 0.45-0.96, P = 0.03) and of kneeling pain (RR 0.49, 95 % CI 0.27-0.91, P = 0.02) in the HT group than in the BPTB group. CONCLUSIONS ACL reconstruction with HT autografts or BPTB autografts achieved similar postoperative effects in terms of restoring knee joint function. HT autografts were inferior to BPTB autografts for restoring knee joint stability, but were associated with fewer postoperative complications.
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- Shuzhen Li
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The Affiliated Ruikang Hospital of Guangxi Traditional Chinese Medical College, Nanning, 530011, China
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Bone-patellar tendon-bone graft via a single minimally-invasive approach versus a classical approach in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a prospective study. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res 2012; 98:426-31. [PMID: 22560789 DOI: 10.1016/j.otsr.2012.03.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2010] [Revised: 02/25/2012] [Accepted: 03/06/2012] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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UNLABELLED Harvesting the patellar ligament for anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions can be a source of anterior knee pain and hypoesthesia of the lateral side of the knee. We analyzed the feasibility of a minimally-invasive technique via a single patellar approach and postulate that it reduces anterior pain and limits the hypoesthesia area. PATIENTS AND METHODS A prospective, comparative, non-randomized, single-center study was conducted on two groups: one undergoing surgery with the classical anteromedial approach, the other with the minimally-invasive approach. Each group included 20 patients. Both series were reviewed between the 6th and 8th month after surgery. The revision was clinical, radiological, and ultrasonographic. RESULTS The grafts harvested via the classical approach in all 20 cases presented good characteristics, versus eight out of 18 for the grafts harvested via the minimally-invasive approach. A prominent anterior tibial tuberosity improved the quality of the tibial bone block. A hypoesthesia zone was found in 16 cases out of 18 in the classical approach group, it measured a mean 10.3 ± 5.6 cm(2). A surface area of 3 cm(2) was noted in one case from the minimally-invasive group. No significant difference was found for the subjective and objective IKDC and Lille patellofemoral scores between the two groups. Anterior pain was present in four patients in the classical group and six in the minimally-invasive group. DISCUSSION The minimally-invasive technique reduces the risk of cutaneous hypoesthesia. It does not prevent anterior pain related to harvesting the patellar tendon and a good-quality transplant can be obtained if the anterior tibial tuberosity is prominent. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III: case-control study.
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Zhao J, Huangfu X. The biomechanical and clinical application of using the anterior half of the peroneus longus tendon as an autograft source. Am J Sports Med 2012; 40:662-71. [PMID: 22174343 DOI: 10.1177/0363546511428782] [Citation(s) in RCA: 64] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND The shortage of autogenous grafts has often times been a problem in knee ligament reconstruction. There are little data concerning the use of the anterior half of the peroneus longus tendon (AHPLT) as an autograft. HYPOTHESIS The AHPLT is a suitable graft with respect to its strength, safety, and donor site morbidity. STUDY DESIGN Descriptive laboratory study and case series; Level of evidence, 4. METHODS The safety and efficacy of using the AHPLT as an autograft source were evaluated. A cadaveric study was first done to reveal the anatomic profile of the AHPLT, to test its failure load, and to compare it with that of the semitendinosus and gracilis tendons. Then, a cadaveric harvest study was performed to show it was safe and reproducible. The space between the tendon stripper and the peroneal nerve during harvesting of the AHPLT was evaluated. Lastly, a clinical study was performed to evaluate donor site morbidity. The preoperative and postoperative foot and ankle functions of 92 patients who underwent a variety of knee ligament reconstructions with the AHPLT were followed for more than 2 years and were then evaluated using the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) scale and the Foot and Ankle Disability Index (FADI) to determine the influence of tendon removal on ankle and foot function. RESULTS The average failure load of the AHPLT was 322.35 ± 63.18 N, accounting for 97.69% ± 19.48% and 147.94% ± 41.30% of the semitendinosus and gracilis tendons, respectively. During tendon harvesting, the distance between the head of the tendon stripper and the branching point of the deep peroneus nerve was 4.6 to 10.4 cm. The clinical study showed that the preoperative and postoperative AOFAS scores were 97.4 ± 2.0 and 97.2 ± 1.6 (P = .85), respectively, while the FADI scores preoperatively and postoperatively were 96.8 ± 2.2 and 96.9 ± 2.5 (P = .91), respectively. No signs of peroneus nerve injury, peroneus longus tendon rupture, or tendinopathy were found. CONCLUSION The AHPLT is acceptable for use as an autograft with respect to its strength, safety, and donor site morbidity.
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- Jinzhong Zhao
- Department of Arthroscopic Surgery, Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University, 600 Yishan Road, Shanghai 200233, China.
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Li S, Su W, Zhao J, Xu Y, Bo Z, Ding X, Wei Q. A meta-analysis of hamstring autografts versus bone-patellar tendon-bone autografts for reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament. Knee 2011; 18:287-93. [PMID: 20850327 DOI: 10.1016/j.knee.2010.08.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 74] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2010] [Revised: 07/26/2010] [Accepted: 08/07/2010] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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The objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of hamstring (HT) autografts versus bone-patellar tendon-bone (BPTB) autografts for reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). We searched the Cochrane Library, MEDLINE, EMBASE and the Chinese Biomedicine Database (CBM) for published randomised clinical trials (RCTs) relevant to ACL reconstruction comparing HT and BPTB autografts. Data analyses were performed with Cochrane Collaboration's RevMan 5.0. A total of 23 reports of 19 randomised controlled trials (RCTs) (1643 patients) met the inclusion criteria. Outcomes favouring BPTB autografts were found in terms of KT-1000 arithmometer values, negative rates of Lachman tests and negative rates of Pivot tests. Outcome measures that favoured HT autografts included anterior knee pain, kneeling pain and extension loss. There was no statistical difference of postoperative graft failure. Overall, postoperative complications of the knee joint were lower for HT autografts than for BPTB autografts, and BPTB autografts were superior to HT autografts in resuming stability of the knee joint, but four-strand HT combined with application of the modern endobutton HT graft-fixation technique could increase knee-joint stability.
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- ShuZhen Li
- Department of Orthopaedics Trauma and Hand Surgery, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning 530027, China
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Beaufils P, Gaudot F, Drain O, Boisrenoult P, Pujol N. Mini-invasive technique for bone patellar tendon bone harvesting: its superiority in reducing anterior knee pain following ACL reconstruction. Curr Rev Musculoskelet Med 2011; 4:45-51. [PMID: 21594690 DOI: 10.1007/s12178-011-9077-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Arthroscopically-assisted ACL-reconstructions are currently reliable, reproducible. Residual anterior knee symptoms however, especially after patellar-BTB graft use, are not uncommon occurrences. Contributing factors are numerous and include injury to the saphenous nerve infrapatellar branches and/or histologic changes at the harvest site. The use of mini invasive harvesting technique decreases the risk of injury to the saphenous nerve infrapatellar branches while preserving the peritenon. The double-incision approach significantly reduces the mid-term incidence of anterior knee pain after ACL-reconstruction. Additionally, this technique markedly decreases the occurrence of sensory disorders and the extent of hypoesthesia. We thus advocate the use of a double-incision graft harvesting technique in ACL-reconstruction using a patellar-bone-tendon-bone transplant.
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- Philippe Beaufils
- Department of Orthopaedics & Traumatology, André Mignot Hospital Center, 177, rue de Versailles, 78157, Le Chesnay, Cedex, France,
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INFLUENCE OF ANTERIOR PAIN ON RESULTS FROM ANTERIOR CRUCIATE LIGAMENT RECONSTRUCTION. Rev Bras Ortop 2011; 46:40-4. [PMID: 27026984 PMCID: PMC4799157 DOI: 10.1016/s2255-4971(15)30174-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2009] [Accepted: 03/09/2010] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To examine the impact of residual pain on functional outcomes two years after arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction and compare the types of graft used during the procedure (patellar vs. flexor). METHOD A retrospective epidemiological study on 129 ACL reconstructions with a mean follow-up of 28 months was conducted. The presence, intensity and location of the anterior pain were investigated. Pain provocation tests were conducted, sensitivity was analyzed and functional scores were applied (IKDC, femoropatellar and SF-36), comparing the results with the type of graft used. RESULTS Anterior pain was present in 28% of patients with a mean intensity of 2.9 in 10. When pain was present, the functional scores decreased significantly. Abnormalities of knee sensitivity and gait occurred frequently with use of the patellar tendon, but there was no statistical difference regarding the presence of pain. CONCLUSION The presence of anterior pain in ACL reconstructions, even if minimal, has a deleterious effect on the final outcome over the medium term. Because of the influence of graft harvesting on the presence of abnormalities of knee sensitivity and gait, choosing the graft should take into account the patient's professional and sports activities.
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Hui C, Salmon LJ, Kok A, Maeno S, Linklater J, Pinczewski LA. Fifteen-year outcome of endoscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with patellar tendon autograft for "isolated" anterior cruciate ligament tear. Am J Sports Med 2011; 39:89-98. [PMID: 20962336 DOI: 10.1177/0363546510379975] [Citation(s) in RCA: 114] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Few studies report the long-term results of anterior cruciate ligament rupture and single-incision endoscopic reconstructive surgery. Outcomes are often clouded by concomitant meniscal, chondral, or ligament injuries. PURPOSE To determine the 15-year outcomes of anterior cruciate ligament ruptures treated with endoscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction using middle-third patellar tendon autograft. STUDY DESIGN Case series; Level of evidence, 4. METHODS Between January 1993 and April 1994, 333 consecutive patients underwent anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Patients with associated ligamentous injury requiring surgery, previous meniscectomy, or meniscal injury requiring more than one-third meniscectomy; chondral injury diagnosed at arthroscopy; and an abnormal contralateral knee were excluded. Ninety patients met the inclusion criteria. Outcomes included range of motion, Lachman and pivot-shift tests, instrumented ligament testing, single-legged hop test, Lysholm Knee Score, the International Knee Documentation Committee evaluation, and radiographic assessment. RESULTS Thirty percent of patients had further anterior cruciate ligament injury. Twenty-four percent of patients (n = 22) sustained contralateral anterior cruciate ligament ruptures, and 8% (n = 7) ruptured the graft (P = .009). Graft rupture was associated with a graft inclination angle <17° (P = .02). Contralateral anterior cruciate ligament rupture was associated with age <18 years at time of primary injury (P = .001). All patients had normal or nearly normal (International Knee Documentation Committee evaluation) Lachman and instrumented testing, and 91% had a negative pivot-shift result. Seventy percent of patients had kneeling pain. Median subjective International Knee Documentation Committee evaluation was 91 of 100. Fifty-one percent of patients had radiographic evidence of osteoarthritis (41% grade B; 10% grade C). CONCLUSION Good results are maintained at 15 years after surgery with respect to ligamentous stability, subjective outcomes, and range of motion. Kneeling pain remains a significant problem. Concern remains regarding the incidence of further anterior cruciate ligament injury and the increasing number of patients with radiographic and clinical signs of osteoarthritis despite surgical stabilization.
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- Catherine Hui
- North Sydney Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Centre, Sydney, Australia
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Felmet G. Implant-free press-fit fixation for bone-patellar tendon-bone ACL reconstruction: 10-year results. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2010; 130:985-92. [PMID: 20094723 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-010-1050-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2008] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study is to determine the outcome of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction without foreign material with patellar tendon bone graft in the fixation with bone dowels near the native insertion. MATERIALS AND METHODS Between 1998 and 1999, 189 patients were operated with ACL reconstruction with BTB patellar tendon graft. In a prospective study, 148 (78%) (91M, 57F) patients could be seen for a mean follow-up of 10.3 years. All had foreign material-free press-fit and a bottom-to-top (BTT) fixation in 120 degrees knee flexion. All patients were evaluated with detailed history, clinical examinations, radiographic examination with weight bearing which could be compared to the time of surgery in 64 (43%) patients. Laxity testing was performed in Lachman position with the Rolimeter and pivot shift. All patients were graded according to the IKDC and Tegner activity score. RESULTS 87% of the patients achieved an IKDC score of A/B. The subjective IKDC score was A/B in 94.6% of the subjects. The average side-to-side difference was 1.42 +/- 0.88 mm for the Lachman test, 97% of the patients were rated between 0 and 2 mm. The pivot-shift test was negative in 90% and was observed with a glide in 7% of the patients. Radiological joint space narrowing was found in the medial compartment in 8 (12.4%) cases, and laterally in 9 (14.1%) cases. All these patients had partial or total meniscus resections. The patello-femoral joint space was reduced in 21 (23%) cases. The Tegner activity score changed from 6.9 pre-injury to 5.0 at the 10-year follow-up. CONCLUSION The implant-free fixation of the graft with bone dowels and BTT implantation has good and excellent results after 10 years in more than 80% of the patients. Loss of the meniscus is a main factor contributing to osteoarthritis. Advantages of patellar tendon bone press-fit fixation include anatomical positioning and fast bone-to-bone healing, ease for revision surgery and cost effectiveness.
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- Gernot Felmet
- Orthopädische Praxis, ARTICO Sportklinik, Clinic for Orthopedics and Sports Traumatology, Villingen-Schwenningen, Germany.
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Barenius B, Nordlander M, Ponzer S, Tidermark J, Eriksson K. Quality of life and clinical outcome after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction using patellar tendon graft or quadrupled semitendinosus graft: an 8-year follow-up of a randomized controlled trial. Am J Sports Med 2010; 38:1533-41. [PMID: 20566719 DOI: 10.1177/0363546510369549] [Citation(s) in RCA: 86] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Randomized controlled trials after anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions with long-term follow-up including assessment of health-related quality of life are rare. PURPOSE To compare clinical outcome and health-related quality of life 8 years after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction using 2 types of graft. STUDY DESIGN Randomized controlled trial; Level of evidence, 1. METHODS Long-term follow-up of 164 patients with anterior cruciate ligament injury randomized to arthroscopic reconstruction with a quadrupled semitendinosus graft or a bone-patellar tendon-bone graft was undertaken. After a mean 8 years, 153 patients were available for follow-up, including instrumented laxity, 1-legged hop test, a knee-walking test, and assessment with International Knee Documentation Committee, Lysholm, Tegner, and patellofemoral pain score. Health-related quality of life was assessed with Knee Osteoarthritis Outcome Score and Short Form-36. RESULTS Patients in both graft groups retained the same stability, knee function, and health-related quality of life. The patellofemoral pain score was similar for both groups; the bone-patellar tendon-bone group had more donor site morbidity from kneeling and knee walking. In the bone-patellar tendon-bone group, 19 patients had no kneeling problems, 23 slight problems, 31 moderate problems, and 5 unable to kneel. Corresponding figures for the semitendinosus group were 25, 32, 16, and 2 (P < .001). Patients with early reconstructions (<5 months) had a lower risk for meniscal injuries (37%) than did later reconstructed (62%, P = .008). Health-related quality of life regarding physical functioning in Short Form-36 was better for the early-reconstructed patients than for the later reconstructed (92 vs 85; P = .014). Patients without medial meniscal surgery had higher Knee Osteoarthritis Outcome Scores for all subscales than did patients with medial meniscal surgery, with most significant difference for sport and recreation (63 vs 75, P = .008). CONCLUSION In the long term, the semitendinosus graft provided similar stability, knee function, and health-related quality of life but with less kneeling morbidity than did the bone-patellar tendon-bone graft.
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- Björn Barenius
- Department of Orthopaedics, Södersjukhuset, Stockholm, Sweden.
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De Lazari LC, Paccola CAJ. MECHANICAL RESISTANCE OF THE PATELLAR LIGAMENT AFTER REMOVAL OF THE MIDDLE THIRD THROUGH EITHER ONE LONGITUDINAL INCISION OR TWO MINI-TRANSVERSE INCISIONS. Rev Bras Ortop 2010; 45:186-90. [PMID: 27022540 PMCID: PMC4799118 DOI: 10.1016/s2255-4971(15)30291-3] [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] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the resistance and regeneration of the patellar ligament after harvesting a graft for reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament, using the traditional technique of a single longitudinal skin incision or a technique of two transverse mini-incisions, in sheep. METHODS Ten sheep were used. In the right knee, we removed the graft using the traditional method, and in the left knee, using the two-incision method. The animals were observed for six months. The specimens (patellar ligament, tibia and patella) were adapted to the mechanical test machine for ligament resistance tests. RESULTS No difference was found between the two proposed techniques in relation to the regeneration and resistance of the patellar ligament. However, we observed that shortening of the patellar ligament occurred in both groups, and that suturing of the superficial fascia of the patellar ligament did not influence the regeneration of the patellar ligament, according to the histology. CONCLUSION The technique using two incisions in the skin presents the same patterns of regeneration and resistance of the remaining patellar ligament as shown by the traditional technique of a single, longitudinal incision.
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- Leandro Calil De Lazari
- Orthopedist. PhD student at the Ribeirão Preto School of Medicine, University of Sao Paulo (USP)
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- Professor Titular of the Department of Biomechanics, Medicine and Rehabilitation of the Locomotor Apparatus, Ribeirão Preto School of Medicine, University of Sao Paulo (USP)
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Foster TE, Wolfe BL, Ryan S, Silvestri L, Kaye EK. Does the graft source really matter in the outcome of patients undergoing anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction? An evaluation of autograft versus allograft reconstruction results: a systematic review. Am J Sports Med 2010; 38:189-99. [PMID: 20051509 DOI: 10.1177/0363546509356530] [Citation(s) in RCA: 123] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Despite the large number of anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions performed each year, there remains a significant controversy regarding the effect of the graft source on the functional outcome of patients. HYPOTHESIS There is no difference in outcomes of autograft versus allograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions. STUDY DESIGN Systematic review. METHODS The authors systematically identified prospective studies (Oxford level of evidence I or II only) that included autograft patients, allograft patients, or both. Objective outcomes that were reported were meta-analyzed; this included pivot-shift results, KT-1000 arthrometer results, International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) scores, Lysholm Scores, graft failures, and postoperative complications. Two statistical analyses were performed. First a primary statistical analysis was performed comparing pooled autograft data (bone-patellar-tendon bone and hamstrings combined) and pooled allograft data (bone-patellar-tendon bone and hamstrings combined). To have a more comprehensive understanding of the differences between each specific graft source, a secondary analysis was performed without pooling the data; this directly compared the 4 types of graft sources that were studied. RESULTS Over 400 scientific manuscripts were initially reviewed; 31 manuscripts fulfilled all of the search criteria. There were very few statistically significant differences between autograft and allograft tissue. The KT-1000 arthrometer laxity testing revealed a mean of 1.4 +/- 0.2 mm (weighted mean +/- standard error of the mean) for the allograft group compared with 1.8 +/- 0.1 mm for the autograft group (t = 2.40; P <.02). However, this difference was only for the mean score; there was no statistical significance when considering KT-1000 arthrometer measurements of greater than 3 or 5 mm. The percentage of patients receiving a final IKDC score of "A" (normal knee) was statistically significant for allograft tissue (43.9% +/- 5.5%) versus autograft tissue (28.2% +/- 1.0%) reconstructions. There was no statistically significant difference between the percentages of IKDC scores of A or B for patients receiving pooled allograft (82.9% +/- 4.2%) versus pooled autograft (87.2% +/- 0.9%) anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (t = 1.01; P > .1). The graft failure rate was 4.7 +/- 0.5 per 100 for autograft reconstructions and 8.2 +/- 2.1 per 100 allograft reconstructions; although this may represent a trend, it is not statistically significant (t = 1.49; P > .1). The complication rate was slightly higher for autograft reconstructions at 3.5 +/- 0.4 complications per 100 autograft reconstructions compared with 2.4 +/- 1.1 complications per 100 allograft reconstructions, but not significant (t = 1.41; P > .1). CONCLUSION After a comprehensive examination and statistical analysis of the modern literature, the authors could not identify an individual graft source that was clearly superior to the other graft sources. This led them to believe that, with currently available data, the graft source has a minimal effect on the outcome of patients undergoing anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.
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- Timothy E Foster
- Sports Medicine, Boston University School of Medicine, 720 Harrison Avenue, Suite 805, Boston, MA 02118, USA.
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Mini-incision Patellar Tendon Harvest and Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Using Critical Bony Landmarks. Sports Med Arthrosc Rev 2009; 17:234-41. [DOI: 10.1097/jsa.0b013e3181c14760] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Gaudot F, Leymarie JB, Drain O, Boisrenoult P, Charrois O, Beaufils P. Double-incision mini-invasive technique for BTB harvesting: its superiority in reducing anterior knee pain following ACL reconstruction. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res 2009; 95:28-35. [PMID: 19251234 DOI: 10.1016/j.otsr.2008.09.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2008] [Accepted: 09/30/2008] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Arthroscopically-assisted ACL-reconstructions are currently reliable, reproducible and thoroughly used methods. Residual anterior knee symptoms however, especially after patellar-BTB graft use, are not uncommon occurrences following ACL-reconstructions, and can downgrade patient's satisfaction. Anterior knee pain contributing factors are numerous and include injury to the saphenous nerve infrapatellar branches (SNIB) and/or histologic changes at the harvest site. We thus preferably suggest a double-incision minimal approach for the patellar transplant harvesting stage in order to prevent injury to the SNIB. HYPOTHESIS This technical variation decreases the risk of injury to the saphenous nerve infrapatellar branches while preserving the peritenon. STUDY DESIGN Prospective controlled trial. MATERIAL AND METHODS Two groups were alternatively constituted in 2004: ligament reconstructions were either performed via a two-incisions approach during the first 2004 semester or via a single-incision approach during the second 2004 semester. Pain, even at a mild level, was evaluated. Patients were assessed using objective pain provocative tests and sensory assessment, a Lille University femoropattelar score, the IKDC Knee evaluation, the SF36 quality of life score in combination with radiographic and ultrasonographic investigations. RESULTS Forty patients were reviewed at a mean 33 months follow-up delay: 21 of these had a double-incision approach and 19 had a single-incision approach. Four patients from the double-incision sub-group and 11 from the single-incision sub-group reported anterior knee pain (p<0.01). The knee-walking test came out normal in 11 patients from the double-incision sub-group and in three from the single-incision sub-group (p<0.02). The Lille University patello-femoral score was 91/100, demonstrating no significant difference. At follow-up, sensory disorders were observed in 17 patients from the single-incision sub-group and in nine from the double-incision sub-group (p<0.002). However, no statistical correlation could be established between anterior knee pains and sensorial disturbances. SF36 and IKDC objective and subjective scores were similar in both groups. Ultrasonographic findings revealed a lesser degree of patellar tendon thickening in the double-incision sub-group. However, no statistically significant differences definitely emerged between the two groups (p=0.50). DISCUSSION The results of this study strongly support our main hypothesis: The double-incision approach significantly reduces the mid-term incidence of anterior knee pains after ACL-reconstructions. Additionally, this technical variation markedly decreased the occurrence of sensory disorders and the extent of hypoesthesia. We thus advocate the use of a double-incision graft harvesting technique in ACL-reconstructions using a patellar-bone-tendon-bone transplant.
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- F Gaudot
- Department of Orthopaedics, André Mignot Hospital Center, 177, rue de Versailles, 78157 Le Chesnay cedex, France.
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Gaudot F, Chalencon F, Nourissat G, Dejour D, Potel JF, Frischty D, Beaufils P. Douleurs antérieures et ligamentoplastie du ligament croisé antérieur. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2008; 94:372-4. [DOI: 10.1016/j.rco.2008.09.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Papachristou G, Sourlas J, Plessas S, Papachristou K. Arthroscopic ACL reconstruction with Delta plasty: an innovative approach with hamstrings' transfer and double tibial tunnel. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2008; 16:420-6. [PMID: 17934715 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-007-0426-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2007] [Accepted: 09/20/2007] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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We propose a new technique, with double bundle, double tibial tunnels with a bridge between them, using the hamstrings as auto-grafts, retaining either their central or peripheral attachment. A prospective series of 41 patients underwent primary reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament by one surgeon, arthroscopically and electronically assisted; 37 were men and 4 were women with a mean age of 24.7 years. The mean follow-up was 19.05 (12-30) months. Normal function and joint stability was achieved. The patients returned to full occupational activities within 3-6 months after the operation. The function of hamstrings was not disturbed. Two patients have sustained a new injury without rupture of the grafts. The Noulis-Lachman test was negative in 35 knees. Positive Pivot shift, post-operatively, was present in 15.45% of patients. The IKDC score was 84.55. In the proposed ACL reconstruction technique, the two tendons are transferred and used as grafts, with gracillis and semitendinosus retaining their distal and central attachment, respectively; the former superimposed upon the latter while entering the femoral tunnel. The tibial tunnels leave a bone bridge ranging between 12 and 15 mm within the footprints of ACL. The two bundles are tensioned, each at different angle. This configuration imitates both the anatomy and the function of ACL and controls not only the anterior translation, but also the rotatory stability. With this innovative technique, the final outcome is improved, thus being closer to normal, as evidenced from previous experiments and the present prospective series.
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- George Papachristou
- 2nd Department of Orthopaedics, University of Athens, Constantopoulion Hospital, N. Ionia, Greece.
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Kim SJ, Kim TE, Lee DH, Oh KS. Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction in patients who have excessive joint laxity. J Bone Joint Surg Am 2008; 90:735-41. [PMID: 18381309 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.f.01173] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND The purpose of the present study was to compare the clinical results of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with use of different grafts in patients with or without excessive joint laxity. METHODS We retrospectively studied eighty-three patients (forty-eight men and thirty-five women) who had undergone anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction between June 2002 and August 2004. Of the thirty-one patients who had generalized joint laxity, twenty were managed with an autologous bone-patellar tendon-bone graft and eleven were managed with a four-bundle hamstring (semitendinosus-gracilis tendon) graft. Of the fifty-two patients who had normal joint laxity, thirty-three were managed with a bone-patellar tendon-bone graft and nineteen were managed with a hamstring graft. Clinical results were evaluated by means of an examination at a minimum of twenty-four months after surgery. RESULTS Among the patients who had normal joint laxity, the mean side-to-side difference in anterior tibial translation on testing with the KT-2000 arthrometer at a minimum of twenty-four months postoperatively was 2.7 +/- 1.9 mm in the bone-patellar tendon-bone graft group and 3.5 +/- 1.7 mm in the hamstring graft group. This difference was not significant. The mean Lysholm score was 91 +/- 7 points in the bone-patellar tendon-bone graft group and 85 +/- 10 points in the hamstring graft group (p = 0.492). The side-to-side difference in anterior translation had an inverse correlation with the Lysholm score (beta = -0.604, p < 0.001). Among the patients who had excessive joint laxity, the mean side-to-side difference in anterior tibial translation was 3.4 +/- 1.5 mm in the bone-patellar tendon-bone graft group and 4.5 +/- 2.0 mm in the hamstring graft group (p = 0.036). The mean Lysholm score was 89 +/- 7 points in the bone-patellar tendon-bone group and 79 +/- 12 points in the hamstring group (p = 0.015). The side-to-side difference in anterior translation had an inverse correlation with the Lysholm score (beta = -0.708, p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS In patients who have excessive joint laxity, the two-year outcomes of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with bone-patellar tendon-bone grafts are better than those with four-bundle hamstring grafts in terms of both side-to-side anterior laxity and clinical results.
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Affiliation(s)
- Sung-Jae Kim
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Shinchon-dong, Seodaemoon-gu, 120-752, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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LUO H, YU JK, AO YF, YU CL, PENG LB, LIN CY, ZHANG JY, FU X. Relationship between different skin incisions and the injury of the infrapatellar branch of the saphenous nerve during anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Chin Med J (Engl) 2007. [DOI: 10.1097/00029330-200707010-00002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/26/2023] Open
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