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van der List JP, Muscott RK, Parikh N, Waterman BR, Trasolini NA. Early Anterior Cruciate Ligament Treatment Might Be Crucial for Acute Combined Anterior Cruciate Ligament and Medial Collateral Ligament Injuries: A Systematic Review of the Various Treatment Strategies. Arthroscopy 2024; 40:2322-2336. [PMID: 38242254 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2024.01.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2023] [Revised: 12/27/2023] [Accepted: 01/02/2024] [Indexed: 01/21/2024]
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PURPOSE To assess the outcomes of acute, combined, complete anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and medial collateral ligament (MCL) injuries in the literature. METHODS A literature search using PubMed, Embase, Scopus, and Cochrane Reviews was performed following PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses) guidelines. The inclusion criteria were studies reporting outcomes of complete ACL-MCL injuries at a minimum of 12 months' follow-up. Data were presented as ranges. RESULTS Twenty-seven studies with 821 patients were included (mean age, 29 years; 61% male patients; mean follow-up period, 27 months). There were 4 randomized trials, 10 Level III studies, and 13 Level IV studies. Nine different strategies were noted, of which nonoperative MCL treatment with acute ACL reconstruction and acute MCL repair with acute ACL reconstruction were most commonly performed. Nonoperative MCL-ACL treatment and acute MCL repair with nonoperative ACL treatment led to low rates of valgus stability at 30° of flexion (27%-68% and 36%-77%, respectively) compared with acute ACL reconstruction with either nonoperative MCL treatment (80%-100%), acute MCL repair (65%-100%), or acute MCL reconstruction (81%-100%). Lysholm scores were not different between the strategies. CONCLUSIONS Outcomes in this systematic review suggest that ACL stabilization in the acute setting might result in the lowest rates of residual valgus laxity, whereas there is no clear difference between the different MCL treatments along with acute ACL reconstruction. Nonoperative MCL treatment with either nonoperative or delayed ACL reconstruction, as well as acute MCL repair with either nonoperative or delayed ACL reconstruction, leads to higher rates of valgus laxity. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV, systematic review of Level I to IV studies.
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- Jelle P van der List
- Department of Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, U.S.A.; Wake Forest University, School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, U.S.A..
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, U.S.A.; Wake Forest University, School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, U.S.A.; Wake Forest University, School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, U.S.A.; Wake Forest University, School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, U.S.A.; Wake Forest University, School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, U.S.A
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Jones M, Pinheiro VH, Church JS, Ball SV, Williams A. Ligament augmentation and reconstruction system (LARS) synthetic grafts are safe and effective for medial collateral ligament and posterolateral corner reconstructions in elite athletes. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2024. [PMID: 39010719 DOI: 10.1002/ksa.12363] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2024] [Revised: 06/28/2024] [Accepted: 07/02/2024] [Indexed: 07/17/2024]
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PURPOSE This study documents the efficacy and safety of using a Ligament Augmentation and Reconstruction System (LARS) ligament graft to augment extra-articular knee ligament reconstructions in elite athletes by reporting return-to-play (RTP) rates and levels, career longevity and complications. METHODS A consecutive series of all extra-articular knee ligament reconstructions augmented by LARS ligaments in elite athletes undertaken by three specialist sports knee surgeons between 2013 and 2020 were reviewed. Seventy-six elite athletes, aged over 16 years old, and more than 2 years postsurgery were included. RTP was defined as competing at professional level or national/international level in amateur sport. RESULTS There were 64 medial collateral ligament (MCL) and 12 posterolateral corner (PLC) reconstructions. Fifty-two (68.4%) underwent concomitant autograft cruciate ligament(s) reconstruction. The mean age was 25.1 years (SD ± 4.5). Most were football (35, 46.1%) or rugby players (35, 46.1%). Sixty-seven athletes (88.2%) RTP with 65 (97.0%) of these playing at the same or higher Tegner level. Fifty-six (83.6%) of the athletes that RTP were still playing at 2 years postsurgery. Twenty (57.1%) of those who had RTP and were more than 5 years postsurgery were still playing at 5 years. Six (7.9%) players required further surgery relating to the LARS/metalwork. One case had soft tissue inflammation adjacent to the proximal end of the synthetic graft, but it is unknown if this was mechanical irritation or a biological reaction. One MCL reruptured 4 years after RTP. CONCLUSION Utilising LARS to augment extra-articular knee ligament reconstructions allows 88.2% of athletes with a variety of knee ligament injuries to return to elite sport. The low morbidity rates coupled with 57% of athletes still playing 5 years postsurgery demonstrates that the LARS is safe and effective in these cases. Although there are reports of LARS ligaments being used in MCL and PLC reconstructions, there is very little evidence investigating if they are safe and effective. This study demonstrates that LARS synthetic grafts can be safely used for MCL and PLC reconstructions in elite athletes and they permit a high RTP with a low risk of complications. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV.
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- Mary Jones
- Fortius Clinic, London, UK
- FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, London, UK
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- Fortius Clinic, London, UK
- FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, London, UK
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- Fortius Clinic, London, UK
- FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, London, UK
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- Fortius Clinic, London, UK
- FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, London, UK
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- Fortius Clinic, London, UK
- FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, London, UK
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Beel W, Doughty C, Vivacqua T, Getgood A, Willing R. Load Sharing of the Deep and Superficial Medial Collateral Ligaments, the Effect of a Partial Superficial Medial Collateral Injury, and Implications on ACL Load. Am J Sports Med 2024; 52:1960-1969. [PMID: 38819001 PMCID: PMC11264532 DOI: 10.1177/03635465241251462] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2023] [Accepted: 03/10/2024] [Indexed: 06/01/2024]
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BACKGROUND Injuries to the deep medial collateral ligament (dMCL) and partial superficial MCL (psMCL) can cause anteromedial rotatory instability; however, the contribution of each these injuries in restraining anteromedial rotatory instability and the effect on the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) load remain unknown. PURPOSE To investigate the contributions of the different MCL structures in restraining tibiofemoral motion and to evaluate the load through the ACL after MCL injury, especially after combined dMCL/psMCL injury. STUDY DESIGN Controlled laboratory study. METHODS Sixteen fresh-frozen human cadaveric knees were tested using a 6 degrees of freedom robotic simulator. Tibiofemoral kinematic parameters were recorded at 0°, 30°, 60°, and 90° of knee flexion for the following measurements: 8-N·m valgus rotation, 4-N·m external tibial rotation (ER), 4-N·m internal tibial rotation, and a combined 89-N anterior tibial translation and 4-N·m ER for both anteromedial rotation (AMR) and anteromedial translation (AMT). The kinematic parameters of the 3 different MCL injuries (dMCL; dMCL/psMCL; dMCL/superficial MCL (sMCL)) were recorded and reapplied either in an ACL-deficient joint (load sharing) or before and after cutting the ACL (ACL load). The loads were calculated by applying the principle of superposition. RESULTS The dMCL had the largest effect on reducing the force/torque during ER, AMR, and AMT in extension and the psMCL injury at 30° to 90° of knee flexion (P < .05). In a comparison of the load through the ACL when the MCL was intact, the ACL load increased by 46% and 127% after dMCL injury and combined dMCL/psMCL injury, respectively, at 30° of knee flexion during ER. In valgus rotation, a significant increase in ACL load was seen only at 90° of knee flexion. CONCLUSION The psMCL injury made the largest contribution to the reduction of net force/torque during AMR/AMT at 30° to 90° of flexion. Concomitant dMCL/psMCL injury increased the ACL load, mainly during ER. CLINICAL RELEVANCE If a surgical procedure is being considered to treat anteromedial rotatory instability, then the procedure should focus on restoring sMCL function, as injury to this structure causes a major loss of the knee joint's capacity to restrain AMR/AMT.
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- Wouter Beel
- Fowler Kennedy Sports Medicine Clinic, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Fowler Kennedy Sports Medicine Clinic, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Fowler Kennedy Sports Medicine Clinic, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
- Western’s Bone and Joint Institute, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Western’s Bone and Joint Institute, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
- Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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Beel W, Doughty C, Vivacqua T, Getgood A, Willing R. Effect of a Partial Superficial and Deep Medial Collateral Ligament Injury on Knee Joint Laxity. Am J Sports Med 2024; 52:1952-1959. [PMID: 38767158 PMCID: PMC11264541 DOI: 10.1177/03635465241251454] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2023] [Accepted: 02/14/2024] [Indexed: 05/22/2024]
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BACKGROUND Injuries to the medial collateral ligament (MCL), specifically the deep MCL (dMCL) and superficial MCL (sMCL), are both reported to be factors in anteromedial rotatory instability (AMRI); however, a partial sMCL (psMCL) injury is often present, the effect of which on AMRI is unknown. PURPOSE To investigate the effect of a dMCL injury with or without a psMCL injury on knee joint laxity. STUDY DESIGN Controlled laboratory study. METHODS Sixteen fresh-frozen human cadaveric knees were tested using a 6 degrees of freedom robotic simulator. The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) was cut first and last in protocols 1 and 2, respectively. The dMCL was cut completely, followed by an intermediary psMCL injury state before the sMCL was completely sectioned. Tibiofemoral kinematics were measured at 0°, 30°, 60°, and 90° of knee flexion for the following measurements: 8 N·m of valgus rotation (VR), 4 N·m of external tibial rotation, 4 N·m of internal tibial rotation, and combined 89 N of anterior tibial translation and 4 N·m of external tibial rotation for both anteromedial rotation (AMR) and anteromedial translation. The differences between subsequent states, as well as differences with respect to the intact state, were analyzed. RESULTS In an ACL-intact or -deficient joint, a combined dMCL and psMCL injury increased external tibial rotation and VR compared with the intact state at all angles. A significant increase in AMR was seen in the ACL-intact knee after this combined injury. Cutting the dMCL alone showed lower mean increases in AMR compared with the psMCL injury, which were significant only when the ACL was intact in knee flexion. Moreover, cutting the dMCL had no effect on VR. The ACL was the most important structure in controlling anteromedial translation, followed by the psMCL or dMCL depending on the knee flexion angle. CONCLUSION A dMCL injury alone may produce a small increase in AMRI but not in VR. A combined dMCL and psMCL injury caused an increase in AMRI and VR. CLINICAL RELEVANCE In clinical practice, if an increase in AMRI at 30° and 90° of knee flexion is seen together with some increase in VR, a combined dMCL and psMCL injury should be suspected.
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- Wouter Beel
- Fowler Kennedy Sports Medicine Clinic, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Fowler Kennedy Sports Medicine Clinic, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Fowler Kennedy Sports Medicine Clinic, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
- Western’s Bone and Joint Institute, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Western’s Bone and Joint Institute, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
- Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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Niknam K, Goldberg D, Markes AR, Feeley BT, Zhang AL, Ma CB, Lansdown DA. Concomitant Medial Collateral Ligament Injury Increases the Risk of Revision Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. Arthroscopy 2024:S0749-8063(24)00451-1. [PMID: 38936559 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2024.06.016] [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: 01/29/2024] [Revised: 05/22/2024] [Accepted: 06/06/2024] [Indexed: 06/29/2024]
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PURPOSE To compare rates of revisions between patients with isolated anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction and those who had concomitant medial collateral ligament (MCL) injuries managed either operatively or nonoperatively at the time of index anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). METHODS Using laterality-specific International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision (ICD-10) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes, we queried the PearlDiver-Mariner Database for all patients who underwent ACLR between 2016 and 2020. Patients were included if they were ages 15 or older and had a minimum of 2 years of follow-up after index ACLR. Patients were then divided into cohorts by presence or absence of concomitant MCL injury. The cohort of concomitant MCL injuries was further subdivided into those with MCL injuries managed nonoperatively, with MCL repair, or with MCL reconstruction at the time of index ACLR. Multivariate regression was performed between cohorts to evaluate for factors associated with revision ACLR. RESULTS We identified 47,306 patients with isolated ACL injuries and 10,846 with concomitant MCL and ACL injuries. In total, 93% of patients with concomitant MCL injuries had their MCL treated nonoperatively; however, the annual proportion of patients being surgically managed for their MCL injury increased by 70% from 2016 to 2020. Concomitant MCL injury patients had greater odds of undergoing revision ACLR compared with patients with isolated ACL injuries (odds ratio 1.50, 95% confidence interval 1.36-1.66, P < .001). Among patients with concomitant MCL injuries, surgically managed patients had a greater risk of revision ACLR compared with nonoperatively managed MCL injuries (odds ratio 1.39, 95% confidence interval 1.01-1.86, P = .034). CONCLUSIONS Despite an increase in operatively managed concomitant MCL injuries, most concomitant MCL injuries were still managed nonoperatively at the time of ACLR. Patients with concomitant MCL injuries, particularly those managed operatively, at the time of ACLR are at increased risk of requiring revision ACLR compared with those with isolated ACL injuries. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III, retrospective comparative case series.
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- Kian Niknam
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California-San Francisco, San Francisco, U.S.A..
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California-San Francisco, San Francisco, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California-San Francisco, San Francisco, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California-San Francisco, San Francisco, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California-San Francisco, San Francisco, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California-San Francisco, San Francisco, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California-San Francisco, San Francisco, U.S.A
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Shatrov J, Bonacic Bartolin P, Holthof SR, Ball S, Williams A, Amis AA. A Comparative Biomechanical Study of Alternative Medial Collateral Ligament Reconstruction Techniques. Am J Sports Med 2024; 52:1505-1513. [PMID: 38551132 PMCID: PMC11064462 DOI: 10.1177/03635465241235858] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2023] [Accepted: 01/03/2024] [Indexed: 05/02/2024]
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BACKGROUND There is little evidence of the biomechanical performance of medial collateral ligament (MCL) reconstructions for restoring stability to the MCL-deficient knee regarding valgus, external rotation (ER), and anteromedial rotatory instability (AMRI). HYPOTHESIS A short isometric reconstruction will better restore stability than a longer superficial MCL (sMCL) reconstruction, and an additional deep MCL (dMCL) graft will better control ER and AMRI than single-strand reconstructions. STUDY DESIGN Controlled laboratory study. METHODS Nine cadaveric human knees were tested in a kinematics rig that allowed tibial loading while the knee was flexed-extended 0° to 100°. Optical markers were placed on the femur and tibia and displacements were measured using a stereo camera system. The knee was tested intact, and then after MCL (sMCL + dMCL) transection, and loaded in anterior tibial translation (ATT), ER, varus-valgus, and combined ATT + ER (AMRI loading). Five different isometric MCL reconstructions were tested: isolated long sMCL, a short construct, each with and without dMCL addition, and isolated dMCL reconstruction, using an 8 mm-wide synthetic graft. RESULTS MCL deficiency caused an increase in ER of 4° at 0° of flexion (P = .271) up to 14° at 100° of flexion (P = .002), and valgus laxity increased by 5° to 8° between 0° and 100° of flexion (P < .024 at 0°-90°). ATT did not increase significantly in isolated MCL deficiency (P > .999). All 5 reconstructions restored native stability across the arc of flexion apart from the isolated long sMCL, which demonstrated residual ER instability (P≤ .047 vs other reconstructions). CONCLUSION All tested techniques apart from the isolated long sMCL graft are satisfactory in the context of restoring the valgus, ER, and AMRI stability to the MCL-deficient knee in a cadaveric model. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Contemporary MCL reconstruction techniques fail to control ER and therefore AMRI as they use a long sMCL graft and do not address the dMCL. This study compares 5 MCL reconstruction techniques. Both long and short isometric constructs other than the long sMCL achieved native stability in valgus and ER/AMRI. Double-strand reconstructions (sMCL + dMCL) tended to provide more stability. This study shows which reconstructions demonstrate the best biomechanical performance, informs surgical reconstruction techniques for AMRI, and questions the efficacy of current popular techniques.
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- Jobe Shatrov
- Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom
- Fortius Clinic, London, United Kingdom
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Grunenberg O, Gerwing M, Oeckenpöhler S, Peez C, Briese T, Glasbrenner J, Hägerich LM, Raschke MJ, Kittl C, Herbst E. The anteromedial retinaculum in ACL-injured knees: An overlooked injury? Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2024; 32:881-888. [PMID: 38469949 DOI: 10.1002/ksa.12137] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2023] [Revised: 02/05/2024] [Accepted: 02/14/2024] [Indexed: 03/13/2024]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to retrospectively analyse the pattern of injury to the medial knee structures in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injured patients. It was hypothesised that anteromedial injuries would be more common than posteromedial lesions. METHODS One hundred and twenty subjects aged 18-25 years with a primary ACL injury were included. Patients were excluded if the time between injury and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) was more than 28 days or if a knee dislocation or fracture was present. The MRIs were analysed with particular emphasis on injuries to the medial knee structures, menisci and bone bruise patterns. Injuries to the ligaments and anteromedial retinaculum (AMR) were graded according to severity, ranging from periligamentous oedema (grade I), partial fibre disruption of less or more than 50% (grade IIa or IIb) to complete tears (grade III). RESULTS AMR injury was seen in 87 subjects (72.5%) on the coronal plane and in 88 (73.3%) on the axial plane, with grade III lesions observed in 27 (22.5%) and 29 knees (24.2%). Injuries to the superficial medial collateral ligament (sMCL), deep MCL (dMCL) and posterior oblique ligament (POL) were detected in 60 patients (50%), 93 patients (77.5%) and 38 patients (31.6%). However, grade III injuries to the POL were observed in only seven knees (5.8%). Medial meniscus injuries were associated with lesions of the sMCL and AMR (p < 0.05), while lateral meniscus injuries were significantly more common in patients with dMCL rupture (p < 0.05). CONCLUSION Data from this study suggest that injuries to the AMR are much more common than posteromedial lesions in subjects with ACL injuries. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV.
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- Ole Grunenberg
- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Muenster, University of Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Clinic of Radiology, University of Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Muenster, University of Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Muenster, University of Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Muenster, University of Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Muenster, University of Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Muenster, University of Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Muenster, University of Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Muenster, University of Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Muenster, University of Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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Borque KA, Han S, Dunbar NJ, Lanfermeijer ND, Sij EW, Gold JE, Ismaily SK, Amis AA, Laughlin MS, Kraeutler MJ, Williams A, Lowe WR, Noble P. Single-Strand "Short Isometric Construct" Medial Collateral Ligament Reconstruction Restores Valgus and Rotational Stability While Isolated Deep MCL and Superficial MCL Reconstruction Do Not. Am J Sports Med 2024; 52:968-976. [PMID: 38343203 DOI: 10.1177/03635465231224477] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/17/2024]
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BACKGROUND Historical MCL (medial collateral ligament) reconstruction (MCLR) techniques have focused on the superficial MCL (sMCL) to restore valgus stability while frequently ignoring the importance of the deep MCL (dMCL) in controlling tibial external rotation. The recent recognition of the medial ligament complex importance has multiple studies revisiting medial anatomy and questioning contemporary MCLR techniques. PURPOSE To assess whether (1) an isolated sMCL reconstruction (sMCLR), (2) an isolated dMCL reconstruction (dMCLR), or (3) a novel single-strand short isometric construct (SIC) would restore translational and rotational stability to a knee with a dMCL and sMCL injury. STUDY DESIGN Controlled laboratory study. METHODS Biomechanical testing was performed on 14 fresh-frozen cadaveric knee specimens using a custom multiaxial knee activity simulator. The specimens were divided into 2 groups. The first group was tested in 4 states: intact, after sectioning the sMCL and dMCL, isolated sMCLR, and isolated dMCLR. The second group was tested in 3 states: intact, after sectioning the sMCL and dMCL, and after single-strand SIC reconstruction (SICR). In each state, 4 loading conditions were applied at 0°, 20°, 40°, 60°, and 90° of knee flexion: 8-N·m valgus torque, 5-N·m external rotation torque, 90-N anterior drawer, and combined 90-N anterior drawer plus 5-N·m tibial external rotation torque. Anterior translation, valgus rotation, and external rotation of the knee were measured for each state and loading condition using an optical motion capture system. RESULTS sMCL and dMCL transection resulted in increased laxity for all loading conditions at all flexion angles. Isolated dMCLR restored external rotation stability to intact levels throughout all degrees of flexion, yet valgus stability was restored only at 0° of flexion. Isolated sMCLR restored valgus and external rotation stability at 0°, 20°, and 40° of flexion but not at 60° or 90° of flexion. Single-strand SICR restored valgus and external rotation stability at all flexion angles. In the combined anterior drawer plus external rotation test, isolated dMCL and single-strand SICR restored stability to the intact level at all flexion angles, while the isolated sMCL restored stability at 20° and 40° of flexion but not at 60° or 90° of flexion. CONCLUSION In the cadaveric model, single-strand SICR restored valgus and rotational stability throughout the range of motion. dMCLR restored rotational stability to the knee throughout the range of motion but did not restore valgus stability. Isolated sMCLR restored external rotation and valgus stability in early flexion. CLINICAL RELEVANCE In patients with anteromedial rotatory instability in the knee, neither an sMCLR nor a dMCLR is sufficient to restore stability.
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- Kyle A Borque
- Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, Texas, USA
- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, UT McGovern Medical School, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas, USA
- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, UT McGovern Medical School, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas, USA
- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, UT McGovern Medical School, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas, USA
- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, UT McGovern Medical School, Houston, Texas, USA
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- UT McGovern Medical School, Houston, Texas, USA
- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, UT McGovern Medical School, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas, USA
- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, UT McGovern Medical School, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas, USA
- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, UT McGovern Medical School, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Imperial College London, London, UK
- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, UT McGovern Medical School, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Houston Methodist Academic Institute, Houston, Texas, USA
- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, UT McGovern Medical School, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, Texas, USA
- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, UT McGovern Medical School, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Fortius Clinic, London, UK; FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, London, UK
- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, UT McGovern Medical School, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas, USA
- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, UT McGovern Medical School, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas, USA
- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, UT McGovern Medical School, Houston, Texas, USA
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Kelly SR, Daniel AV, Smith PA. Open Medial Meniscotibial Ligament Repair With Concomitant Open Superficial Medial Collateral Ligament Repair With Internal Brace Augmentation. Arthrosc Tech 2024; 13:102837. [PMID: 38312884 PMCID: PMC10838063 DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2023.09.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2023] [Accepted: 09/07/2023] [Indexed: 02/06/2024] Open
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The medial collateral ligament (MCL) is the most commonly injured ligament in the knee. Historically, nonsurgical management for these injuries has been favored for a majority of grade I-III sprains, particularly femoral-based. However, when coupled with other injuries such as meniscotibial ligament tears or distal Stener type avulsion tears, early surgical management for these cases is recommended. This will allow for stabilization and protection of the meniscus in addition to preventing residual valgus laxity, especially related to more severe Stener-like avulsions of the superficial MCL that can be seen with meniscotibial ligament tears. Utilizing an open approach, meniscotibial repair with suture anchors with internal brace augmentation for the MCL repair can provide a strong final construct, and a safe and fast recovery.
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- Shayne R Kelly
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Missouri Orthopedic Institute, University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri, U.S.A
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- Columbia Orthopedic Group, Columbia, Missouri, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Missouri Orthopedic Institute, University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri, U.S.A
- Columbia Orthopedic Group, Columbia, Missouri, U.S.A
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Herbst E, Glasbrenner J, Deichsel A, Briese T, Peez C, Raschke MJ, Kittl C. [Injuries of the medial side of the knee : When and how should they be treated?]. UNFALLCHIRURGIE (HEIDELBERG, GERMANY) 2024; 127:18-26. [PMID: 37848564 PMCID: PMC10787005 DOI: 10.1007/s00113-023-01368-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/28/2023] [Indexed: 10/19/2023]
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Different medial structures are responsible for restraining valgus rotation, external rotation, and anteromedial rotation. When injured this can result in various degrees of isolated and combined instabilities. In contrast to earlier speculation, the posterior oblique ligament (POL) is no longer considered to be the main stabilizer of anteromedial rotatory instability (AMRI). Acute proximal medial ruptures are typically managed conservatively with very good clinical results. Conversely, acute distal ruptures usually require a surgical intervention. Chronic instabilities mostly occur in combination with instabilities of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). The clinical examination is a particularly important component in these cases to determine the indications for surgery for an additional medial reconstruction. In cases of severe medial and anteromedial instabilities, surgical treatment should be considered. Biomechanically, a combined medial and anteromedial reconstruction appears to be superior to other reconstruction methods; however, there is currently a lack of clinical studies to confirm this biomechanical advantage.
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- Elmar Herbst
- Klinik für Unfall‑, Hand- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Münster, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus 1, 48147, Münster, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Unfall‑, Hand- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Münster, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus 1, 48147, Münster, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Unfall‑, Hand- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Münster, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus 1, 48147, Münster, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Unfall‑, Hand- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Münster, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus 1, 48147, Münster, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Unfall‑, Hand- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Münster, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus 1, 48147, Münster, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Unfall‑, Hand- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Münster, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus 1, 48147, Münster, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Unfall‑, Hand- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Münster, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus 1, 48147, Münster, Deutschland.
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Svantesson E, Piussi R, Beischer S, Thomeé C, Samuelsson K, Karlsson J, Thomeé R, Hamrin Senorski E. Only 10% of Patients With a Concomitant MCL Injury Return to Their Preinjury Level of Sport 1 Year After ACL Reconstruction: A Matched Comparison With Isolated ACL Reconstruction. Sports Health 2024; 16:124-135. [PMID: 36896698 PMCID: PMC10732101 DOI: 10.1177/19417381231157746] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/11/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND There is a need for an increased understanding of the way a concomitant medial collateral ligament (MCL) injury may influence outcome after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. HYPOTHESIS Patients with a concomitant MCL injury would have inferior clinical outcomes compared with a matched cohort of patients undergoing ACL reconstruction without an MCL injury. STUDY DESIGN Matched registry-based cohort study; case-control. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level 3. METHODS Data from the Swedish National Knee Ligament Registry and a local rehabilitation outcome registry were utilized. Patients who had undergone a primary ACL reconstruction with a concomitant nonsurgically treated MCL injury (ACL + MCL group) were matched with patients who had undergone an ACL reconstruction without an MCL injury (ACL group), in a 1:3 ratio. The primary outcome was return to knee-strenuous sport, defined as a Tegner activity scale ≥6, at the 1-year follow-up. In addition, return to preinjury level of sport, muscle function tests, and patient-reported outcomes (PROs) were compared between the groups. RESULTS The ACL + MCL group comprised 30 patients, matched with 90 patients in the ACL group. At the 1-year follow-up, 14 patients (46.7%) in the ACL + MCL group had return to sport (RTS) compared with 44 patients (48.9%) in the ACL group (P = 0.37). A significantly lower proportion of patients in the ACL + MCL group had returned to their preinjury level of sport compared with the ACL group (10.0% compared with 25.6%, adjusted P = 0.01). No differences were found between the groups across a battery of strength and hop tests or in any of the assessed PROs. The ACL + MCL group reported a mean 1-year ACL-RSI after injury of 59.4 (SD 21.6), whereas the ACL group reported 57.9 (SD 19.4), P = 0.60. CONCLUSION Patients with a concomitant nonsurgically treated MCL injury did not return to their preinjury level of sport to the same extent as patients without an MCL injury 1 year after ACL reconstruction. However, there was no difference between the groups in terms of return to knee strenuous activity, muscle function, or PROs. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Patients with a concomitant nonsurgically treated MCL injury may reach outcomes similar to those of patients without an MCL injury 1 year after an ACL reconstruction. However, few patients return to their preinjury level of sport at 1 year.
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- Eleonor Svantesson
- Department of Orthopaedics, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden, Sahlgrenska Sports Medicine Center (SSMC), Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Sahlgrenska Sports Medicine Center (SSMC), Gothenburg, Sweden, Sportrehab, Sport Medicine Clinic, Gothenburg, Sweden, Department of Health and Rehabilitation, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Sportrehab, Sport Medicine Clinic, Gothenburg, Sweden, Department of Health and Rehabilitation, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden, Sahlgrenska Sports Medicine Center (SSMC), Gothenburg, Sweden, Department of Orthopedics, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Mölndal, Sweden
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden, Sahlgrenska Sports Medicine Center (SSMC), Gothenburg, Sweden, Department of Orthopedics, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Mölndal, Sweden
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- Sportrehab, Sport Medicine Clinic, Gothenburg, Sweden, Department of Health and Rehabilitation, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Sahlgrenska Sports Medicine Center (SSMC), Gothenburg, Sweden, Sportrehab, Sport Medicine Clinic, Gothenburg, Sweden, Department of Health and Rehabilitation, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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Holuba K, Rilk S, Vermeijden HD, O’Brien R, van der List JP, DiFelice GS. Acute Percutaneous Repair of Medial Collateral Ligament With Suture Augmentation in the Multiligamentous Injured Knee Results in Good Stability and Low Rates of Postoperative Stiffness. Arthrosc Sports Med Rehabil 2023; 5:100799. [PMID: 37822672 PMCID: PMC10562670 DOI: 10.1016/j.asmr.2023.100799] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2022] [Accepted: 08/15/2023] [Indexed: 10/13/2023] Open
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Purpose To assess the clinical and patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) of acute superficial medial collateral ligament (sMCL) repair with suture augmentation (SA) in the setting of a multiligamentous injured knees (MLIKs) at 2-year follow-up. Methods A retrospective analysis of consecutive patients with MLIK with grade III sMCL injuries who underwent acute (<6 weeks) sMCL repair with SA was conducted. Clinical follow-up was performed at minimum 1-year postoperatively, and PROMs were collected at the latest follow-up (minimum 2 years' postoperatively). Continuous variables were reported in median with interquartile range (IQR). Results A total of 20 patients (41.4 [28.5-47.9] years of age) with grade III sMCL injury and additional injury to 1 cruciate ligament (KDI-M; n = 13) or bicruciate (KDIII-M; n = 7) were enrolled with a median follow-up of 4.3 (3.6-5.2) years. In total, 90% (n = 18) of patients with MLIK treated with acute sMCL repair and early range of motion rehabilitation protocol demonstrated negative valgus laxity stress testing in 0 and 30° flexion and low reoperation rates (n = 1, 5%) due to stiffness. In addition, good-to-excellent subjective outcomes were reported at final follow-up: median International Knee Documentation Committee 82.2 (78.7-90.8), Lysholm 95.0 (90.0-100.0), modified Cincinnati Score 89.0 (83.3-96.0), Single Assessment Numeric Evaluation 90.0 (83.8-95.0), Forgotten Joint Score 79.2 (62.5-91.7), Tegner 5.0 (IQR 4.0-6.0), and ACL-Return to Sport after Injury Scale 78.3 (IQR 66.7-90.0). Conclusions In this study, 20 heterogenous patients with MLIKs treated with acute percutaneous sMCL repair with SA had excellent stability, low rates of postoperative stiffness, and good-to-excellent PROMs at short-term follow-up. Level of Evidence Level IV, therapeutic case series.
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- Kurt Holuba
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York, U.S.A
- Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York, U.S.A
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Amsterdam UMC location University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
- Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Sports, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York, U.S.A
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Amsterdam UMC location University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
- Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Sports, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York, U.S.A
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Condello V, Beaufilis P, Becker R, Ahmad SS, Bonomo M, Dejour D, Eriksson K, Filardo G, Feucht MJ, Grassi A, Wilson A, Menetrey J, Pujol N, Rathcke M, Seil R, Strauss MJ, Tischer T. Management of anterior cruciate ligament revision in adults: the 2022 ESSKA consensus: part II-surgical strategy. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2023; 31:4652-4661. [PMID: 37700168 PMCID: PMC10598082 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-023-07550-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2023] [Accepted: 08/10/2023] [Indexed: 09/14/2023]
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PURPOSE The aim of this ESSKA consensus is to give recommendations based on scientific evidence and expert opinion to improve the diagnosis, preoperative planning, indication and surgical strategy in Anterior Cruciate Ligament revision. METHODS Part 2, presented herein, followed exactly the same methodology as Part 1: the so-called ESSKA formal consensus derived from the Delphi method. Eighteen questions were ultimately asked. The quality of the answers received the following grades of recommendation: Grade A (high level scientific support), Grade B (scientific presumption), Grade C (low level scientific support) or Grade D (expert opinion). All answers were scored from 1 to 9 by the raters. Once a general consensus had been reached between the steering and rating groups, the question-answer sets were submitted to the peer-review group. A final combined meeting of all the members of the consensus was then held to ratify the document. RESULTS The review of the literature revealed a rather low scientific quality of studies examining the surgical strategy in cases of ACL reconstruction failure. Of the 18 questions, only 1 received a Grade A rating; 5, a Grade B rating; and 9, grades of C or D. The three remaining complex questions received further evaluations for each portion of the question and were looked at in more detail for the following grades: B and D; A, C and D; or A, B, C and D. The mean rating of all questions by the rating group was 8.0 + - 1.1. The questions and recommendations are listed in the article. CONCLUSION ACL revision surgery, especially the surgical strategy, is a widely debated subject with many different opinions and techniques. The literature reveals a poor level of standardization. Therefore, this international European consensus project is of great importance and clinical relevance for guiding the management of ACL revision in adults. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level II.
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- Vincenzo Condello
- Joint Preservation and Reconstructive Surgery and Sports Medicine Unit, Humanitas Castelli Clinic, Bergamo, Italy.
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Clinica San Francesco - GHC Group, Verona, Italy.
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- Centre of Orthopaedic and Traumatology, University of Brandenburg an der Havel, Brandenburg, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Medical School of Hannover MHH, Annastift Hospital, Hannover, Germany
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- Dipartimento di Ortopedia e Traumatologia, IRCCS Ospedale Sacro Cuore don Calabria, Negrar, VR, Italy
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- Lyon Ortho Clinic, Clinique de la sauvegarde Ramsay Santé, 29 avenue des sources, Lyon, France
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Stockholm South Hospital, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Applied and Translational Research Center, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
- Faculty of Biomedical Sciences, Università della Svizzera Italiana, Lugano, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Paulinenhilfe, Diakonie Klinikum, Stuttgart, Germany
- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Medical Center, Faculty of Medicine, Albert-Ludwigs-University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany
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- II Clinica Ortopedica e Traumatologica, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Orthopaedic Specialist Group, Harley Street Specialist Hospital, Queen Anne St, London, UK
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- Center of Sports Medicine and Exercise, Hirslanden Clinique La Colline, Geneva, Switzerland
- Orthopaedic Surgery Service, University Hospital of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Centre Hospitalier de Versailles, Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, Le Chesnay, France
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Sportstraumatology, Bispebjerg-Frederiksberg Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Centre Hospitalier - Clinique d'Eich and Luxembourg Institute of Health, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, Waldkrankenhaus Erlangen, Erlangen, Germany
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Medicine Rostock, Rostock, Germany
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Kraeutler MJ, McCulloch PC, Sherman SL, Vidal AF. The Principles of Knee Joint Preservation: Operative Treatment Strategies. J Bone Joint Surg Am 2023; 105:1638-1646. [PMID: 37616413 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.23.00212] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/26/2023]
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➤ Joint alignment, meniscal status, and ligament stability are codependent factors involved in knee joint preservation, and any injury or imbalance can impact the knee articular cartilage status and can result in adverse clinical outcomes.➤ Cartilage preservation procedures in the knee will not result in optimal outcomes if there is joint malalignment, meniscal deficiency, or ligamentous instability.➤ Lower-extremity varus or valgus malalignment is a risk factor for the failure of an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. It represents an indication for a high tibial osteotomy or distal femoral osteotomy in the setting of failed ACL reconstruction, and may even be considered in patients who have an initial ACL injury and severe malalignment.➤ An elevated posterior tibial slope increases the risk of failure of ACL reconstruction, whereas a decreased posterior tibial slope increases the risk of failure of posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.
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- Matthew J Kraeutler
- Department of Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Stanford University, Redwood City, California
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Zhao D, Pan JK, Lin FZ, Luo MH, Liang GH, Zeng LF, Huang HT, Han YH, Xu NJ, Yang WY, Liu J. Risk Factors for Revision or Rerupture After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Am J Sports Med 2023; 51:3053-3075. [PMID: 36189967 DOI: 10.1177/03635465221119787] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 26.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND The rerupture or need for revision after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) is a serious complication. Preventive strategies that target the early identification of risk factors are important to reduce the incidence of additional surgery. PURPOSE To perform a systematic review and meta-analysis to investigate risk factors for revision or rerupture after ACLR. STUDY DESIGN Systematic review and meta-analysis; Level of evidence, 4. METHODS Literature searches were performed in PubMed, Embase, and Web of Science from database inception to November 2021 and updated in January 2022. Quantitative, original studies reporting potential adjusted risk factors were included. Odds ratios (ORs) were calculated for potential risk factors. RESULTS A total of 71 studies across 13 countries with a total sample size of 629,120 met the inclusion criteria. Fifteen factors were associated with an increase in the risk of revision or rerupture after ACLR: male sex (OR, 1.27; 95% CI, 1.14-1.41), younger age (OR, 1.07; 95% CI, 1.05-1.08), lower body mass index (BMI) (OR, 1.03; 95% CI, 1.00-1.06), family history (OR, 2.47; 95% CI, 1.50-4.08), White race (OR, 1.32; 95% CI, 1.08-1.60), higher posterolateral tibial slope (OR, 1.15; 95% CI, 1.05-1.26), preoperative high-grade anterior knee laxity (OR, 2.30; 95% CI, 1.46-3.64), higher baseline Marx activity level (OR, 1.07; 95% CI, 1.02-1.13), return to a high activity level/sport (OR, 2.03; 95% CI, 1.15-3.57), an ACLR within less than a year after injury (OR, 2.05; 95% CI, 1.81-2.32), a concomitant medial collateral ligament (MCL) injury (OR, 1.62; 95% CI, 1.31-2.00), an anteromedial portal or transportal technique (OR, 1.36; 95% CI, 1.22-1.51), hamstring tendon (HT) autografts (vs bone-patellar tendon-bone [BPTB] autografts) (OR, 1.60; 95% CI, 1.40-1.82), allografts (OR, 2.63; 95% CI, 1.65-4.19), and smaller graft diameter (OR, 1.21; 95% CI, 1.05-1.38). The other factors failed to show an association with an increased risk of revision or rerupture after ACLR. CONCLUSION Male sex, younger age, lower BMI, family history, White race, higher posterolateral tibial slope, preoperative high-grade anterior knee laxity, higher baseline Marx activity level, return to a high activity level/sport, an ACLR within less than a year from injury, a concomitant MCL injury, an anteromedial portal or transportal technique, HT autografts (vs BPTB autografts), allografts, and smaller graft diameter may increase the risk of revision or rerupture after ACLR. Raising awareness and implementing effective preventions/interventions for risk factors are priorities for clinical practitioners to reduce the incidence of revision or rerupture after ACLR.
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- Di Zhao
- The Second Clinical School of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
- Bone and Joint Research Team of Degeneration and Injury, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, China
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- Bone and Joint Research Team of Degeneration and Injury, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, China
- Department of Sports Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- The Second Clinical School of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
- Department of Sports Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Bone and Joint Research Team of Degeneration and Injury, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, China
- Department of Sports Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Bone and Joint Research Team of Degeneration and Injury, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, China
- Department of Sports Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Bone and Joint Research Team of Degeneration and Injury, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, China
- Department of Sports Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Bone and Joint Research Team of Degeneration and Injury, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, China
- Department of Sports Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Bone and Joint Research Team of Degeneration and Injury, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, China
- Department of Sports Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- The Second Clinical School of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
- Department of Sports Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Bone and Joint Research Team of Degeneration and Injury, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, China
- Department of Sports Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
- Guangdong Second Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital (Guangdong Province Engineering Technology Research Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine), Guangzhou, China
- The Fifth Clinical Medical College of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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Holuba K, Vermeijden HD, Yang XA, O'Brien R, van der List JP, DiFelice GS. Treating Combined Anterior Cruciate Ligament and Medial Collateral Ligament Injuries Operatively in the Acute Setting Is Potentially Advantageous. Arthroscopy 2023; 39:1099-1107. [PMID: 35817377 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2022.06.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2022] [Revised: 06/20/2022] [Accepted: 06/20/2022] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Combined injury of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and medial collateral ligament (MCL) remains among the most common knee injury patterns in orthopaedics. Optimal treatment of grade III MCL injuries is still debated, especially when combined with ACL injury. Most patients with these severe injuries are treated conservatively for at least 6 weeks to allow for MCL healing, followed by delayed ACL reconstruction. Although acute treatment of the MCL was common in the 1970s, postoperative stiffness was frequently reported. Moreover, studies of such treatment failed to show clinical benefits of surgical over conservative treatment, and the MCL exhibited intrinsic healing capacity, leading to the consensus that all MCL injuries are treated conservatively. The current delayed treatment algorithm for ACL-MCL injuries has several disadvantages. First, MCL healing may be incomplete, resulting in residual valgus laxity that places the ACL graft at greater risk of failure. Second, delayed treatment lengthens the overall rehabilitation period, thereby prolonging the presence of atrophy and delaying return to preinjury activity levels. Third, the initial healing period leaves the knee unstable for longer and risks further intra-articular damage. Acute simultaneous surgical treatment of both ligaments has the potential to avoid these shortcomings. This article will review the evolution of treatment of ACL-MCL injuries and explain how it shifted toward the current treatment algorithm. We will (1) discuss why the consensus shifted, (2) discuss the shortcomings of the current treatment plan, (3) discuss the potential advantages of acute simultaneous treatment, and (4) present an overview of the available literature.
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- Kurt Holuba
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York, U.S.A.; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Amsterdam UMC Location, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands; Amsterdam Movement Sciences-Sports, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York, U.S.A.; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Amsterdam UMC Location, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands; Amsterdam Movement Sciences-Sports, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York, U.S.A..
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Beckley S, Dey R, Stinton S, van der Merwe W, Branch T, September AV, Posthumus M, Collins M. Investigating the association between COL1A1 and COL3A1 gene variants and knee joint laxity and ligament measurements. Clin Biomech (Bristol, Avon) 2022; 100:105822. [PMID: 36436321 DOI: 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2022.105822] [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: 07/12/2022] [Revised: 11/10/2022] [Accepted: 11/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND Joint laxity is a multifactorial phenotype with a heritable component. Type I collagen gene (COL1A1) mutations cause connective tissue disorders with joint hypermobility as a clinical feature, while variants within COL1A1 and type III collagen gene (COL3A1) are associated with musculoskeletal injuries. The aim of this study was to investigate whether COL1A1 and COL3A1 variants are associated with measurements of non-dominant knee joint laxity and computed ligament length changes. METHODS 106 moderately active uninjured participants were assessed for genu recurvatum, anterior-posterior tibial translation, external-internal tibial rotation and calculated ligament length changes during knee rotation. Participants were genotyped for COL1A1 rs1107946, rs1800012 and COL3A1 rs1800255. FINDINGS The COL1A1 rs1107946 GG genotype had significantly larger external rotation [GG: 5.7° (4.9°;6.4°) vs GT: 4.6° (4.2°;5.5°), adjusted P = 0.014], internal rotation [GG: 5.9° (5.3°;6.6°) vs GT: 5.4° (4.7°;6.2°), adjusted P = 0.014], and slack [GG: 18.2° ± 3.2° vs GT: 16.1° ± 3.1°, adjusted P = 0.014]. The GG genotype at both COL1A1 variants had significantly larger active displacement [GG + GG: 6.0 mm (3.8 mm;8.0 mm) vs other genotype combinations: 4.0 mm (2.5 mm;6.0 mm), P < 0.001] and maximum displacement [GG + GG: 8.0 mm (6.9 mm;10.6 mm) vs other genotype combinations: 6.0 mm (5.0 mm;9.0 mm), P = 0.003]. COL1A1 rs1107946 significantly contributed to increased external and internal rotation in multilinear regression models, while both COL1A1 variants, significantly contributed to increased active displacement and slack. Larger medial and lateral cruciate ligament length changes were reported in participants with GG genotypes at both COL1A1 variants. INTERPRETATION These findings suggest that the COL1A1 variants are associated with knee rotational laxity and changes in ligament length.
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- Samantha Beckley
- Health through Physical Activity, Lifestyle and Sport Research Centre (HPALS), Department of Human Biology, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Division of Biomedical Engineering and Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
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- End Range of Motion Improvement, Atlanta, GA, United States of America
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- Health through Physical Activity, Lifestyle and Sport Research Centre (HPALS), Department of Human Biology, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa; International Federation of Sports Medicine (FIMS) Collaborative Centre of Sports Medicine, Cape Town, South Africa; Sports Science Orthopaedic Clinic, Sports Science Institute of South Africa, Cape Town, South Africa
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- End Range of Motion Improvement, Atlanta, GA, United States of America
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- Health through Physical Activity, Lifestyle and Sport Research Centre (HPALS), Department of Human Biology, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa; International Federation of Sports Medicine (FIMS) Collaborative Centre of Sports Medicine, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Health through Physical Activity, Lifestyle and Sport Research Centre (HPALS), Department of Human Biology, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa; International Federation of Sports Medicine (FIMS) Collaborative Centre of Sports Medicine, Cape Town, South Africa; Sports Science Institute of South Africa, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Health through Physical Activity, Lifestyle and Sport Research Centre (HPALS), Department of Human Biology, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa; International Federation of Sports Medicine (FIMS) Collaborative Centre of Sports Medicine, Cape Town, South Africa.
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Shiwaku K, Kamiya T, Suzuki D, Yamakawa S, Otsubo H, Suzuki T, Takahashi K, Okada Y, Teramoto A, Ohnishi H, Fujie H, Yamashita T. The Role of the Medial Meniscus in Anterior Knee Stability. Orthop J Sports Med 2022; 10:23259671221132845. [PMID: 36389621 PMCID: PMC9663633 DOI: 10.1177/23259671221132845] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2022] [Accepted: 08/12/2022] [Indexed: 08/10/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Few studies have compared the force distribution between the anterolateral, posterolateral, and medial structures of the knee. PURPOSE To investigate the important structures in an intact knee contributing to force distribution in response to anterior tibial load. STUDY DESIGN Controlled laboratory study. METHODS Nine fresh-frozen cadaveric knee specimens underwent robotic testing. First, 100 N of anterior tibial load was applied to the intact knee at 0°, 15°, 30°, 60°, and 90° of knee flexion. The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), anterolateral capsule, lateral collateral ligament, popliteal tendon, posterior root of the lateral meniscus, superficial medial collateral ligament, posterior root of the medial meniscus (MM), and posterior cruciate ligament were then completely transected in sequential order. After each transection, the authors reproduced the intact knee motion when a 100-N anterior tibial load was applied. By applying the principle of superposition, the resultant force of each structure was determined based on the 6 degrees of freedom force/torque data of each state. RESULTS At every measured knee flexion angle, the resultant force of the ACL was the largest of the tested structures. At knee flexion angles of 60° and 90°, the resultant force of the MM was larger than that of all other structures with the exception of the ACL. CONCLUSION The MM was identified as playing an important role in response to anterior tibial load at 60° and 90° of flexion. CLINICAL RELEVANCE In clinical settings, the ACL of patients with a poorly functioning MM, such as tear of the MM posterior root, should be monitored considering the large resultant force in response to an anterior tibial load.
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- Kousuke Shiwaku
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, Sapporo, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, Sapporo, Japan
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- Department of Health Science, Hokkaido Chitose College of Rehabilitation, Chitose, Japan
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- Department of Sports Medical Biomechanics, Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka University, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, Sapporo, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, Sapporo, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, Sapporo, Japan
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- Department of Public Health, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, Sapporo, Japan
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Graduate School of Science and Engineering, Tokyo Metropolitan University, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, Sapporo, Japan
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Peez C, Wermers J, Glasbrenner J, Briese T, Raschke MJ, Herbst E, Kittl C. Qualitative and Quantitative Assessment of the Medial Patellar Retinaculum Anatomy: the Anteromedial Side of the Knee Revisited. Orthop J Sports Med 2022; 10:23259671221134818. [PMID: 36419479 PMCID: PMC9676305 DOI: 10.1177/23259671221134818] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2022] [Accepted: 08/12/2022] [Indexed: 07/22/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND In the current literature, studies on the anatomy of the anteromedial region of the knee are scarce. However, the anteromedial structures, especially the longitudinal medial patellar retinaculum (MPR), may play an important role in restraining external tibial rotation. PURPOSE To conduct a layer-by-layer dissection of the anteromedial side of the knee and describe qualitatively and quantitatively the MPR anatomy pertaining to surgically relevant landmarks. STUDY DESIGN Descriptive laboratory study. METHODS A total of 10 fresh-frozen human cadaveric knees (mean age 81 ± 16.3 years) without history of previous ligament injury were used in this study. A layer-by-layer dissection was performed, and measurements were obtained using a tactile 3-dimensional (3-D) measuring arm to define the anatomy of the MPR in relation to surgically relevant landmarks, such as the superficial medial collateral ligament (sMCL) and medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL). The 3-D datasets were used for multiplanar reconstruction. RESULTS The tibial and femoral attachment of the MPR were identified in 100% of cases. Layer-by-layer dissection confirmed its close topography to the sMCL. The mean length of the MPR was 84.9 ± 9.1 mm. The average width of the tibial and femoral attachment was 23.8 ± 3.1 mm and 69.2 ± 8.2 mm, respectively. The distance from the midpoint of the MPR tibial attachment to the midpoint of the distal tibial attachment of the sMCL was 27.2 ± 5.8 mm. Femorally, the MPR attached at the anterior border of the MPFL over a mean distance of 52.3 ± 9.4 mm. CONCLUSION The MPR is a distinct tibiofemoral structure with well-defined tibial and femoral attachments, which could be consistently identified. Layer-by-layer dissection confirmed its close topography to the sMCL and MPFL. CLINICAL RELEVANCE As injuries to the anteromedial side of the knee may contribute to anteromedial rotational rotatory instability (AMRI), precise knowledge of the underlying anatomy of the MPR may be necessary to perform an anatomic reconstruction of the anteromedial side of the knee.
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- Christian Peez
- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Münster, Münster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Münster, Münster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Münster, Münster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Münster, Münster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Münster, Münster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Münster, Münster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Münster, Münster, Germany
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Zhang H. Comparative Outcomes After Superficial Medial Collateral Ligament Augmented Repair vs Reconstruction: Letter to the Editor. Am J Sports Med 2022; 50:NP51-NP52. [PMID: 36177757 DOI: 10.1177/03635465221113584] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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Abermann E, Herbst E, Herbort M, Smigielski R, Fink C. Instabilität des Kniegelenks – medial oder anteromedial? ARTHROSKOPIE 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s00142-022-00564-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/14/2022]
Abstract
Zusammenfassung
Hintergrund
Verletzungen des medialen Bandkomplexes gehören zu den häufigsten Knieverletzungen. Sie heilen zwar meist mit konservativer Therapie problemlos aus, persistierende Instabilitäten erhöhen aber die Belastung der Kreuzbänder und benötigen speziell bei deren Beteiligung eine adäquate Therapie.
Anatomie und Biomechanik
Der mediale Seitenbandkomplex besteht im Wesentlichen aus dem oberflächlichen Seitenband (sMCL), welches der primäre Stabilisator gegen Valgus ist, dem tiefen Seitenband (dMCL) mit dessen schräg verlaufendem ventralem Anteil (AML), die nur sekundäre Stabilisatoren gegen Valgus darstellen, aber primär gegen Außenrotation stabilisieren, und dem hinteren Schrägband (POL), das in vollständiger Streckung gegen Valgus sowie gegen Innenrotation stabilisiert.
Therapie
Chronische Instabilitäten bzw. höhergradige Verletzungen mit Dislokation der Bandstümpfe oder multiligamentäre Verletzungen bedürfen einer operativen Versorgung. Im Akutstadium zeigen Avulsionsverletzungen bei anatomischer Refixation gutes Heilungspotenzial, während bei intraligamentären Verletzungen zusätzlich zur Naht der Bandanteile eine Augmentation mit Sehnenmaterial empfohlen wird. Bei chronischen Instabilitäten ist die Differenzierung des Instabilitätsmusters ausschlaggebend für die Wahl der Rekonstruktionstechnik (reine sMCL-Rekonstruktion oder kombinierte Rekonstruktion von sMCL und AML). In beiden Fällen kommt die hier beschriebene Technik mit flachem Transplantat der Anatomie näher als bei konventionellen Verfahren.
Diskussion
Rekonstruktionstechniken unter Verwendung flacher Sehnentransplantate, die alle betroffenen Bandanteile adressieren, haben sich biomechanisch als sehr effektiv erwiesen, komplexe mediale Instabilitäten suffizient zu behandeln. Ob diese auch klinisch überlegen sind, werden zukünftige klinische Studien zeigen müssen.
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Wierer G, Kittl C, Fink C, Weiler A. Medial Collateral Ligament Reconstruction: A Gracilis Tenodesis for Anteromedial Knee Instability. Arthrosc Tech 2022; 11:e1409-e1418. [PMID: 36061473 PMCID: PMC9437470 DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2022.03.034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2022] [Accepted: 03/13/2022] [Indexed: 02/03/2023] Open
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The main principle of the present medial collateral ligament reconstruction technique is to address anteromedial knee instability. Therefore, we describe a gracilis tenodesis with 2 functional bundles to reconstruct the deep and superficial medial collateral ligament. The proposed technique may be performed as an isolated or combined procedure with anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Valgus instability in extension is a contraindication.
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- Guido Wierer
- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Paracelsus Medical University Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria,Research Unit for Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Injury Prevention, UMIT Hall, Austria,Address correspondence to Guido Wierer, M.D., Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Academic Teaching Hospital, Hall in Tirol, Austria.
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Westphalian Wilhelms University Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Research Unit for Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Injury Prevention, UMIT Hall, Austria,Gelenkpunkt Innsbruck, Austria
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Behrendt P, Herbst E, Robinson JR, von Negenborn L, Raschke MJ, Wermers J, Glasbrenner J, Fink C, Herbort M, Kittl C. The Control of Anteromedial Rotatory Instability Is Improved With Combined Flat sMCL and Anteromedial Reconstruction. Am J Sports Med 2022; 50:2093-2101. [PMID: 35604117 PMCID: PMC9227970 DOI: 10.1177/03635465221096464] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Both the superficial medial collateral ligament (sMCL) and the deep MCL (dMCL) contribute to the restraint of anteromedial (AM) rotatory instability (AMRI). Previous studies have not investigated how MCL reconstructions control AMRI. PURPOSE/HYPOTHESIS The purpose was to establish the optimal medial reconstruction for restoring normal knee kinematics in an sMCL- and dMCL-deficient knee. It was hypothesized that AMRI would be better controlled with the addition of an anatomically shaped (flat) sMCL reconstruction and with the addition of an AM reconstruction replicating the function of the dMCL. STUDY DESIGN Controlled laboratory study. METHODS A 6 degrees of freedom robotic system equipped with a force-torque sensor was used to test 8 unpaired knees in the intact, sMCL/dMCL sectioned, and reconstructed states. Four different reconstructions were assessed. The sMCL was reconstructed with either a single-bundle (SB) or a flattened hamstring graft aimed at better replicating the appearance of the native ligament. These reconstructions were tested with and without an additional AM reconstruction. Simulated laxity tests were performed at 0°, 30°, 60°, and 90° of flexion: 10 N·m valgus rotation, 5 N·m internal and external rotation (ER), and an AM drawer test (combined 134-N anterior tibial drawer in 5 N·m ER). The primary outcome measures of this force-controlled setup were anterior tibial translation (ATT; in mm) and axial tibial rotation (in degrees). RESULTS Sectioning the sMCL/dMCL increased valgus rotation, ER, and ATT with the simulated AM draw test at all flexion angles. SB sMCL reconstruction was unable to restore ATT, valgus rotation, and ER at 30°, 60°, and 90° of flexion to the intact state (P < .05). Flat MCL reconstruction restored valgus rotation at all flexion angles to the intact state (P > .05). ER was restored at all angles except at 90°, but ATT laxity in response to the AM drawer persisted. Addition of an AM reconstruction improved control of ATT relative to the intact state at all flexion angles (P > .05). Combined flat MCL and AM reconstruction restored knee kinematics closest to the intact state. CONCLUSION In a cadaveric model, AMRI resulting from an injured sMCL and dMCL complex could not be restored by an isolated SB sMCL reconstruction. A flat MCL reconstruction or an additional AM procedure, however, better restored medial knee stability. CLINICAL RELEVANCE In patients evaluated with a combined valgus and AM rotatory instability, a flat sMCL and an additional AM reconstruction may be superior to an isolated SB sMCL reconstruction.
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- Peter Behrendt
- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, Asklepios St. Georg, Hamburg, Germany,Department of Anatomy, Christian-Albrechts-University, Kiel, Germany,Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Gelenkpunkt-Sports and Joint Surgery, Innsbruck, Austria
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- OCM Orthopedic Surgery Munich Clinic, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Muenster, Muenster, Germany,Christoph Kittl, Dr med MD(res), Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Muenster, Muenster, Germany ()
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Jorge PB, de Oliveira DE, de Resende VR, Horita MM, de Oliveira E Silva M, Duarte A, Santili C, Betoni Guglielmetti LG. Knee anteromedial compartment dissection: Final results and anterior oblique ligament description. J Orthop Res 2022; 40:1329-1337. [PMID: 34432303 DOI: 10.1002/jor.25169] [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: 03/03/2021] [Revised: 06/15/2021] [Accepted: 08/16/2021] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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The anteromedial region of the knee is little explored in the literature and may play an important role in anteromedial rotatory instability. The purpose of this study is to describe a ligamentous structure in the anteromedial region of the knee identified in a series of anatomical dissections of cadaveric specimens. Twenty-one cadaveric knees were dissected to study the medial compartment. Exclusion criteria were signs of trauma, previous surgery, signs of osteoarthritis, and poor preservation state. The main structures of this region were identified during medial dissection. After releasing the superficial medial collateral ligament of the tibia, the anterior oblique ligament (AOL) was isolated. The morphology of the structure and its relationship with known anatomical parameters were determined. For the statistical analysis, the means and standard deviations were calculated for continuous variables. A 95% confidence interval was defined as significant. Student's t-tests were used for continuous variables. After dissection, a distinct ligamentous structure (AOL) was found in the medial region of the knee. This structure was found in 100% of the cases, was located extracapsularly and originated in the anterior aspect of the medial epicondyle, running obliquely toward the tibia. When crossing the joint, the ligament presented a fan-shaped opening, exhibiting a larger area at the tibial insertion. The AOL had a mean thickness of 6.83 ± 1.51 mm at its femoral origin and 13.39 ± 2.64 at its tibial insertion. It had a significantly (p = 0.0001) longer mean length with the knee at 90° of flexion (35.27 ± 6.59 mm) than with the knee in total extension (27.89 ± 5.46 mm), indicating that the ligament is tensioned in flexion. A new structure was identified in the anteromedial compartment of the knee with a ligamentous appearance. Further studies are necessary to identify its importance on knee stability. This study demonstrates the anatomy of a new medial structure of the knee. As a result, there will be a better understanding of the stability of the knee.
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- Pedro B Jorge
- Department of Sports Trauma, Santa Casa de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Sports Trauma, Santa Casa de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Sports Trauma, Santa Casa de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Sports Trauma, Santa Casa de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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van der Wal WA, Meijer DT, Hoogeslag RAG, LaPrade RF. Meniscal Tears, Posterolateral and Posteromedial Corner Injuries, Increased Coronal Plane, and Increased Sagittal Plane Tibial Slope All Influence Anterior Cruciate Ligament-Related Knee Kinematics and Increase Forces on the Native and Reconstructed Anterior Cruciate Ligament: A Systematic Review of Cadaveric Studies. Arthroscopy 2022; 38:1664-1688.e1. [PMID: 34883197 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2021.11.044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2021] [Revised: 10/27/2021] [Accepted: 11/29/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To obtain a comprehensive list of pathologies that cause increased anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) forces and pathologic knee kinematics to evaluate for in both primary and revision ACL reconstruction to decrease the risk of subsequent graft overload. METHODS An electronic search was performed in the Embase and MEDLINE databases for the period between January 1, 1990, and December 10, 2020. All articles investigating medial and lateral meniscal injury, (postero)lateral corner injury, (postero)medial corner/medial collateral ligament injury, valgus alignment, varus alignment, and tibial slope in relation to ACL (graft) force and knee kinematics were included. RESULTS Data of 43 studies were included. The studies reported that high-volume medial and lateral meniscectomies, peripheral meniscus tears, medial meniscus ramp tears, lateral meniscus root tears, posterolateral corner injuries, medial collateral ligament tears, increased tibial slope, and valgus and varus alignment were reported to have a significant impact on ACL (graft) force and related knee kinematics. CONCLUSIONS This systematic review on biomechanical cadaver studies provides a rationale to systematically identify and treat pathologies in ACL-injured knees, because when undiagnosed or left untreated, these specific concomitant pathologies could lead to ACL graft overload in both primary and revision ACL-reconstructed knees. CLINICAL RELEVANCE it is necessary that orthopaedic surgeons who treat ACL-injured knees understand the surgically relevant biomechanical consequences of additional pathologies and use this knowledge to optimize treatment in ACL-injured patients.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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The post-traumatic meniscal extrusion, sign of meniscotibial ligament injury. A case series. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res 2022; 108:103226. [PMID: 35123034 DOI: 10.1016/j.otsr.2022.103226] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2021] [Revised: 11/03/2021] [Accepted: 11/16/2021] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Medial meniscal extrusion (ME) has been found to be associated to anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. Post-traumatic extrusion is mainly attributed to meniscotibial ligament (MTL) tear. The aim of this retrospective study was to assess the incidence of MTL tear associated with meniscal extrusion, evaluate arthroscopic findings and the associated clinical findings. HYPOTHESIS The medial meniscal extrusion, when associated to ACL injury, is related to a tear of the MTL. PATIENTS AND METHODS Patients who underwent to primary or revision ACL reconstruction with associated medial meniscal rise and/or meniscotibial tear or insufficiency were retrospectively identified over a 5-year period (from 2015 to 2019). Twenty-four patients were included in this study with preoperative magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) carried out at our institution Each MRI was evaluated by the senior author for the presence of meniscal extrusion and also for the additional pathology of meniscotibial ligament. Patient medical records were reviewed to obtain demographic information, including age, gender, and arthrometric evaluation of anteroposterior laxity. RESULTS All included patients underwent arthroscopic ACL reconstruction using autograft tissue, (19 primary and in 5 revision ACL reconstruction). The mean age was 31.2 years (range: 15-57; SD: 12.3 years) at the time of surgery. ME was identified at MRI in all cases preoperatively and confirmed arthroscopically. No correlation was found between meniscal extrusion and anteroposterior translation (ρ=-0.270; p=0.202). Neither between having more than 3mm of extrusion and gender (χ2=0.80; p=0.371), acute/chronic lesion (χ2=0.91; p=0.341) and primary/revision reconstructions (χ2=0.83; p=0.364). In the last three patients, arthroscopic treatment of meniscal extrusion was carried out through outside-in repair of medial meniscus at its capsular junction. Reduction of meniscal extrusion has been verified by MRI, performed at 3-month follow-up. DISCUSSION A high prevalence of ME was found at MRI in patients with ACL injury and MTL tear. Therefore, ME may be associated to acute or chronic ligamentous injury involving the MTL, and its tear can be considered as the main determinant of extrusion. Further research is needed to increase evidence concerning MTL incidence and surgical outcomes. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV, retrospective case series.
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Costa GG, Perelli S, Grassi A, Russo A, Zaffagnini S, Monllau JC. Minimizing the risk of graft failure after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction in athletes. A narrative review of the current evidence. J Exp Orthop 2022; 9:26. [PMID: 35292870 PMCID: PMC8924335 DOI: 10.1186/s40634-022-00461-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2022] [Accepted: 02/28/2022] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear is one of the most common sport-related injuries and the request for ACL reconstructions is increasing nowadays. Unfortunately, ACL graft failures are reported in up to 34.2% in athletes, representing a traumatic and career-threatening event. It can be convenient to understand the various risk factors for ACL failure, in order to properly inform the patients about the expected outcomes and to minimize the chance of poor results. In literature, a multitude of studies have been performed on the failure risks after ACL reconstruction, but the huge amount of data may generate much confusion.The aim of this review is to resume the data collected from literature on the risk of graft failure after ACL reconstruction in athletes, focusing on the following three key points: individuate the predisposing factors to ACL reconstruction failure, analyze surgical aspects which may have significant impact on outcomes, highlight the current criteria regarding safe return to sport after ACL reconstruction.
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- Giuseppe Gianluca Costa
- Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Unit, Umberto I Hospital, Azienda Sanitaria Provinciale di Enna, C.da Ferrante, 94100, Enna, Italy. .,Knee and Arthroscopy Unit, Institut Catalá de Traumatologia I Medicina de L'Esport (ICATME), Hospital Universitari Quiron Dexeus, Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Catalunya, Spain.
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- Knee and Arthroscopy Unit, Institut Catalá de Traumatologia I Medicina de L'Esport (ICATME), Hospital Universitari Quiron Dexeus, Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Catalunya, Spain.,Department of Surgery and Morphologic Science, Orthopaedic Surgery Service, Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona, Hospital Del Mar, Barcelona, Spain
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- Clinica Ortopedica e Traumatologica II, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Unit, Umberto I Hospital, Azienda Sanitaria Provinciale di Enna, C.da Ferrante, 94100, Enna, Italy
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- Clinica Ortopedica e Traumatologica II, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Knee and Arthroscopy Unit, Institut Catalá de Traumatologia I Medicina de L'Esport (ICATME), Hospital Universitari Quiron Dexeus, Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Catalunya, Spain.,Department of Surgery and Morphologic Science, Orthopaedic Surgery Service, Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona, Hospital Del Mar, Barcelona, Spain
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Boyd ED, Endres NK, Geeslin AG. Surgically Relevant Biomechanics of the Medial and Posterolateral Knee and their Implications on Knee Kinematics and Cruciate Ligament Reconstructions. OPER TECHN SPORT MED 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.otsm.2022.150910] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Abermann E, Wierer G, Herbort M, Smigielski R, Fink C. MCL Reconstruction Using a Flat Tendon Graft for Anteromedial and Posteromedial Instability. Arthrosc Tech 2022; 11:e291-e300. [PMID: 35256966 PMCID: PMC8897492 DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2021.10.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2021] [Accepted: 10/26/2021] [Indexed: 02/03/2023] Open
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The main principles of the present medial collateral ligament (MCL) reconstruction techniques are (1) to approximate the natural anatomy and (2) to restore the main passive restraining structures in anteromedial and posteromedial knee instability. Therefore, we describe a technique using a flat tendon graft instead of tubular grafts with point-to-point bone fixation. Moreover, we address the deep MCL, a relevant restraint to anteromedial instability.
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- Elisabeth Abermann
- Gelenkpunkt Innsbruck, Austria,Research Unit for Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Injury Prevention, UMIT, Hall, Austria
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- Research Unit for Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Injury Prevention, UMIT, Hall, Austria,LKH Hall in Tirol, Hall, Austria
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- Research Unit for Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Injury Prevention, UMIT, Hall, Austria,OCM Clinic, Munich, Germany
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- Gelenkpunkt Innsbruck, Austria,Research Unit for Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Injury Prevention, UMIT, Hall, Austria,Address correspondence to Christian Fink, M.D., Gelenkpunkt – Sports and Joint Surgery Innsbruck, Olympiastraße 39, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria.
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Lucidi GA, Agostinone P, Grassi A, Di Paolo S, Dal Fabbro G, Bonanzinga T, Zaffagnini S. Do Clinical Outcomes and Failure Rates Differ in Patients With Combined ACL and Grade 2 MCL Tears Versus Isolated ACL Tears?: A Prospective Study With 14-Year Follow-up. Orthop J Sports Med 2022; 10:23259671211047860. [PMID: 35036450 PMCID: PMC8753244 DOI: 10.1177/23259671211047860] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2021] [Accepted: 06/29/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Background: A combined injury to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and medial collateral ligament (MCL) is a common injury pattern encountered during clinical practice. Recent systematic reviews have found no consensus on the optimal method of managing this combined ligament injury pattern, and no long-term studies with modern techniques are available in the literature. Purpose: To compare 2 groups of patients who underwent isolated ACL reconstruction in terms of failures and clinical scores at long-term follow-up. In the first group were patients with isolated ACL tears (ACL group), while the second was composed of patients with combined ACL and MCL grade 2 tears (ACL + MCL group). Study Design: Cohort study; Level of evidence, 3. Methods: A total of 57 patients (37 in the ACL group and 20 in the ACL + MCL group) underwent isolated ACL reconstruction with a double-bundle technique between January and December 2005. Patients were contacted for scores on the International Knee Documentation Committee subjective form, Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index, and Tegner activity scale as well as data regarding ipsilateral or contralateral revision ACL surgery. A 2-way analysis of variance for repeated measures was used to statistically assess the differences between the groups. Results: Overall, 49 patients (86%) completed the survey and were therefore included in the study. The minimum follow-up was 14.6 years (range, 14.1-15.2 years). There was a significant reduction in both groups of all the outcome scores between the intermediate and final-follow-up. The number of failures was 3 of 31 (9.7%) in the ACL group and 1 of 18 (5.5%) in the ACL + MCL group; this difference was not significant. Moreover, there were no clinical differences between the groups in terms of graft failures, contralateral lesions, and clinical scores. Conclusion: At 14-year follow-up, no clinical difference or increased failure rate was observed between the study groups, suggesting that isolated ACL reconstruction could represent an appropriate treatment for a combined ACL and MCL grade 2 lesion.
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- Gian Andrea Lucidi
- II Clinica Ortopedica e Traumatologica, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- II Clinica Ortopedica e Traumatologica, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- II Clinica Ortopedica e Traumatologica, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- II Clinica Ortopedica e Traumatologica, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Italy.,Humanitas Clinical and Research Center - IRCCS, Rozzano, Italy
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- II Clinica Ortopedica e Traumatologica, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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Mizuno F, Koganemaru S, Irisawa H, Saito A, Mizushima T. Knee Valgus during Jump Landing Is Related to the Inaccuracy of Knee Position Recognition in Healthy Young Women. Prog Rehabil Med 2021; 6:20210041. [PMID: 34722947 PMCID: PMC8530781 DOI: 10.2490/prm.20210041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2021] [Accepted: 09/29/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Objective: Knee valgus during jump landing is a cause of knee injuries during sports activities. Body recognition is important for maintaining the knees and other body parts in their proper positions. The aim of this study was to investigate whether knee valgus during jump landing in healthy young women is related to the inaccuracy of recognition of bilateral knee positions in the squatting position. Methods: In 39 healthy young women, the degree of knee valgus was evaluated during the drop vertical jump test using the ratio of the knee separation distance to the ankle separation distance. The accuracy of recognition of bilateral knee positions in the squatting position was evaluated by having the blindfolded subjects indicate with their index fingers the subjective positions of their bilateral patellae by placing their fingers on a horizontal bar positioned in front of them 3 cm below the navel. The difference ratio of the recognized distance to the actual distance between the bilateral patellae was measured as an inaccuracy index. Results: The degree of knee valgus during the drop vertical jump test was positively correlated with the degree of inaccuracy of the recognized knee position with the knees in the neutral position (r=0.358, P=0.025). Conclusions: In healthy young women, knee valgus during jump landing was significantly correlated with the inaccuracy in knee position recognition in the squatting posture. This finding suggests that the assessment of knee position recognition in the squatting position could be useful as a screening tool for preventing knee injuries on jump landing during sports activities.
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- Fumiya Mizuno
- Division of Rehabilitation Medicine, Dokkyo Medical University Hospital, Tochigi, Japan
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- Department of Regenerative Systems Neuroscience, Human Brain Research Center, Kyoto University, Graduate school of Medicine, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Dokkyo Medical University, Tochigi, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Akita University, Graduate School of Health Sciences, Akita, Japan
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Dokkyo Medical University, Tochigi, Japan
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Kittl C, Robinson J, Raschke MJ, Olbrich A, Frank A, Glasbrenner J, Herbst E, Domnick C, Herbort M. Medial collateral ligament reconstruction graft isometry is effected by femoral position more than tibial position. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2021; 29:3800-3808. [PMID: 33454831 PMCID: PMC8514388 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-020-06420-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2020] [Accepted: 12/14/2020] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to examine the length change patterns of the native medial structures of the knee and determine the effect on graft length change patterns for different tibial and femoral attachment points for previously described medial reconstructions. METHODS Eight cadaveric knee specimens were prepared by removing the skin and subcutaneous fat. The sartorius fascia was divided to allow clear identification of the medial ligamentous structures. Knees were then mounted in a custom-made rig and the quadriceps muscle and the iliotibial tract were loaded, using cables and hanging weights. Threads were mounted between tibial and femoral pins positioned in the anterior, middle, and posterior parts of the attachment sites of the native superficial medial collateral ligament (sMCL) and posterior oblique ligament (POL). Pins were also placed at the attachment sites relating to two commonly used medial reconstructions (Bosworth/Lind and LaPrade). Length changes between the tibiofemoral pin combinations were measured using a rotary encoder as the knee was flexed through an arc of 0-120°. RESULTS With knee flexion, the anterior fibres of the sMCL tightened (increased in length 7.4% ± 2.9%) whilst the posterior fibres slackened (decreased in length 8.3% ± 3.1%). All fibre regions of the POL displayed a uniform lengthening of approximately 25% between 0 and 120° knee flexion. The most isometric tibiofemoral combination was between pins placed representing the middle fibres of the sMCL (Length change = 5.4% ± 2.1% with knee flexion). The simulated sMCL reconstruction that produced the least length change was the Lind/Bosworth reconstruction with the tibial attachment at the insertion of the semitendinosus and the femoral attachment in the posterior part of the native sMCL attachment side (5.4 ± 2.2%). This appeared more isometric than using the attachment positions described for the LaPrade reconstruction (10.0 ± 4.8%). CONCLUSION The complex behaviour of the native MCL could not be imitated by a single point-to-point combination and surgeons should be aware that small changes in the femoral MCL graft attachment position will significantly effect graft length change patterns. Reconstructing the sMCL with a semitendinosus autograft, left attached distally to its tibial insertion, would appear to have a minimal effect on length change compared to detaching it and using the native tibial attachment site. A POL graft must always be tensioned near extension to avoid capturing the knee or graft failure.
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- Christoph Kittl
- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Westphalian Wilhelms University Muenster, Muenster, Germany.
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Westphalian Wilhelms University Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Westphalian Wilhelms University Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Westphalian Wilhelms University Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Westphalian Wilhelms University Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Westphalian Wilhelms University Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma and Hand Surgery, Euregio Klinik Nordhorn, Nordhorn, Deutschland
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Lutz PM, Höher LS, Feucht MJ, Neumann J, Junker D, Wörtler K, Imhoff AB, Achtnich A. Ultrasound-based evaluation revealed reliable postoperative knee stability after combined acute ACL and MCL injuries. J Exp Orthop 2021; 8:76. [PMID: 34524557 PMCID: PMC8443730 DOI: 10.1186/s40634-021-00401-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2021] [Accepted: 08/30/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Purpose
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are often combined with lesions of the medial collateral ligament (MCL). The aim of this study was to evaluate treatment outcome of combined acute ACL and MCL lesions using functional US and clinical examination. Methods Patients aged > 18 years undergoing primary ACL reconstruction with concomitant operative (group 1) or non-operative treatment of the MCL (group 2) between 2014 and 2019 were included after a minimum follow-up of 12 months. Grade II MCL injuries with dislocated tibial or femoral avulsions and grade III MCL ruptures underwent ligament repair whereas grade II injuries without dislocated avulsions were treated non-operatively. Radiological outcome was assessed with functional US examinations. Medial knee joint width was determined in a supine position at 0° and 30° of knee flexion in unloaded and standardized loaded (= 15 Dekanewton) conditions using a fixation device. Clinical examination was performed and patient-reported outcomes were assessed by the use of the subjective knee form (IKDC), Lysholm score, and the Tegner activity scale. Results A total of 40 patients (20 per group) met inclusion criteria. Mean age of group 1 was 40 ± 12 years (60% female) with a mean follow-up of 33 ± 17 months. Group 2 showed a mean age of 33 ± 8 years (20% female) with a mean follow-up of 34 ± 15 months. Side-to-side differences in US examinations were 0.4 ± 1.5 mm (mm) in 0° and 0.4 ± 1.5 mm in 30° knee flexion in group 1, and 0.9 ± 1.1 mm in 0° and 0.5 ± 1.4 mm in 30° knee flexion in group 2, with no statistically significant differences between both groups. MCL repair resulted in lower Lysholm scores (75 ± 19 versus 86 ± 15; p < 0.05). No significant differences could be found for subjective IKDC or Tegner activity scores among the two groups. Conclusion A differentiated treatment concept in combined ACL and MCL injuries based on injury patterns leads to reliable postoperative ligamentous knee stability in US-based and clinical examinations. However, grade II and III MCL lesions with subsequent operative MCL repair (group 1) result in slightly poorer subjective outcome scores. Level of evidence Retrospective cohort study; Level III
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- Patricia M Lutz
- Department for Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Technical University Munich, Ismaningerstrasse 22, 81675, Munich, Germany
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- Department for Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Technical University Munich, Ismaningerstrasse 22, 81675, Munich, Germany
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- Department for Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Technical University Munich, Ismaningerstrasse 22, 81675, Munich, Germany.,Orthopädische Klinik Paulinenhilfe, Diakonie-Klinikum Stuttgart, Rosenbergstraße 38, 70176, Stuttgart, Germany
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Technical University of Munich, Ismaningerstrasse 22, 81675, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Technical University of Munich, Ismaningerstrasse 22, 81675, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Technical University of Munich, Ismaningerstrasse 22, 81675, Munich, Germany
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- Department for Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Technical University Munich, Ismaningerstrasse 22, 81675, Munich, Germany.
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- Department for Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Technical University Munich, Ismaningerstrasse 22, 81675, Munich, Germany
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Alm L, Drenck TC, Frings J, Krause M, Korthaus A, Krukenberg A, Frosch KH, Akoto R. Lower Failure Rates and Improved Patient Outcome Due to Reconstruction of the MCL and Revision ACL Reconstruction in Chronic Medial Knee Instability. Orthop J Sports Med 2021; 9:2325967121989312. [PMID: 33796589 PMCID: PMC7968026 DOI: 10.1177/2325967121989312] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2020] [Accepted: 09/21/2020] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Background: Concomitant lesion of the medial collateral ligament (MCL) is associated with a greater risk of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) graft failure. Purpose: The aim of this study was to compare two medial stabilization techniques in patients with revision ACL reconstruction (ACLR) and concomitant chronic medial knee instability. Study Design: Cohort study; Level of evidence, 3. Methods: In a retrospective study, we included 53 patients with revision ACLR and chronic grade 2 medial knee instability to compare medial surgical techniques (MCL reconstruction [n = 17] vs repair [n = 36]). Postoperative failure of the revision ACLR (primary aim) was defined as side-to-side difference in Rolimeter testing ≥5 mm or pivot-shift grade ≥2. Clinical parameters and postoperative functional scores (secondary aim) were evaluated with a mean ± SD follow-up of 28.8 ± 9 months (range, 24-69 months). Results: Revision ACLR was performed in 53 patients with additional grade 2 medial instability (men, n = 33; women, n = 20; mean age, 31.3 ± 12 years). Failure occurred in 5.9% (n = 1) in the MCL reconstruction group, whereas 36.1% (n = 13) of patients with MCL repair showed a failed revision ACLR (P = .02). In the postoperative assessment, the anterior side-to-side difference in Rolimeter testing was significantly reduced (1.5 ± 1.9 mm vs 2.9 ± 2.3 mm; P = .037), and medial knee instability occurred significantly less (18% vs 50%; P = .025) in the MCL reconstruction group than in the MCL repair group. In the logistic regression, patients showed a 9-times elevated risk of failure when an MCL repair was performed (P = .043). Patient-reported outcomes were increased in the MCL reconstruction group as compared with MCL repair, but only the Lysholm score showed a significant difference (Tegner, 5.6 ± 1.9 vs 5.3 ± 1.6; International Knee Documentation Committee, 80.3 ± 16.6 vs 73.6 ± 16.4; Lysholm, 82.9 ± 13.6 vs 75.1 ± 21.1 [P = .047]). Conclusion: MCL reconstruction led to lower failure rates in patients with combined revision ACLR and chronic medial instability as compared with MCL repair. MCL reconstruction was superior to MCL repair, as lower postoperative anterior instability, an increased Lysholm score, and less medial instability were present after revision ACLR. MCL repair was associated with a 9-times greater risk of failure.
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- Lena Alm
- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Traumatology, BG Hospital Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany.,Asklepios Clinic St Georg, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Traumatology, BG Hospital Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, University Medical Center, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, University Medical Center, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, University Medical Center, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, University Medical Center, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Traumatology, BG Hospital Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany.,Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, University Medical Center, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Traumatology, BG Hospital Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany.,Asklepios Clinic St Georg, Hamburg, Germany.,University of Witten/Herdecke, Cologne Merheim Medical Center, Cologne, Germany
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White NP, Borque KA, Jones MH, Williams A. Single-Stage Revision Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: Experience With 91 Patients (40 Elite Athletes) Using an Algorithm. Am J Sports Med 2021; 49:364-373. [PMID: 33332154 DOI: 10.1177/0363546520976633] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [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 The increased prevalence of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction has led to an increased need for revision ACL reconstructions. Despite the growing body of literature indicating that single-stage revision ACL reconstruction can yield good outcomes, there is a lack of data for determining when and how to safely perform a single-stage revision. PURPOSE To assess the outcomes, graft failure rates, and return-to-play rates of a decision-making algorithm for single-stage revision ACL reconstruction. STUDY DESIGN Case series; Level of evidence, 4. METHODS We reviewed a consecutive series of revision ACL reconstructions performed by the senior author between September 2009 and July 2016 with minimum 2-year follow-up. All patients were assessed, and decision making was undertaken according to the algorithm. Outcomes measured were further surgery, graft rerupture, re-revision, Tegner score, and Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS). For the elite athlete population, return-to-play time, duration, and level of play after surgery as compared with preinjury were also determined. RESULTS During this period, 93 procedures were performed in 92 patients (40 elite athletes). Two 2-stage procedures were undertaken, leaving 91 single-stage procedures (91 patients) to form the basis for further study. At a mean 4.3 years (SD, 2.2 years) after surgery, there had been 2 re-revisions (2.2%) and 2 further instances of graft failure that had not been re-revised (total graft failure rate, 4.4%). There were 17 subsequent procedures, including 6 arthroscopic partial meniscectomies, 5 removals of prominent implants, and 1 total knee arthroplasty. The mean Tegner score was 8.02 before graft rerupture and 7.1 at follow-up. At follow-up, the mean KOOS outcomes were 79.3 for Symptoms, 88.0 for Pain, 94.2 for Activities of Daily Living, 73.6 for Sport, and 68.9 for Quality of Life. Of 40 elite athletes, 35 returned to play at a mean 11.2 months (SD, 3.6 months) after surgery. CONCLUSION Single-stage revision ACL reconstructions can be performed reliably in the majority of patients, with good clinical outcomes, low rerupture rates, and high-return-to play rates, even in the elite athlete population.
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- Nathan P White
- Park Clinic Orthopaedics, Melbourne Knee Centre, Kew, Australia
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- Houston Methodist Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, Houston, Texas, USA
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Wierer G, Milinkovic D, Robinson JR, Raschke MJ, Weiler A, Fink C, Herbort M, Kittl C. The superficial medial collateral ligament is the major restraint to anteromedial instability of the knee. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2021; 29:405-416. [PMID: 32277264 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-020-05947-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 50] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2019] [Accepted: 03/19/2020] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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PURPOSE The purpose of the present study was to determine how the medial structures and ACL contribute to restraining anteromedial instability of the knee. METHODS Twenty-eight paired, fresh-frozen human cadaveric knees were tested in a six-degree of freedom robotic setup. After sequentially cutting the dMCL, sMCL, POL and ACL in four different cutting orders, the following simulated clinical laxity tests were applied at 0°, 30°, 60° and 90° of knee flexion: 4 Nm external tibial rotation (ER), 4 Nm internal tibial rotation (IR), 8 Nm valgus rotation (VR) and anteromedial rotation (AMR)-combined 89 N anterior tibial translation and 4 Nm ER. Knee kinematics were recorded in the intact state and after each cut using an optical tracking system. Differences in medial compartment translation (AMT) and tibial rotation (AMR, ER, IR, VR) from the intact state were then analyzed. RESULTS The sMCL was the most important restraint to AMR, ER and VR at all flexion angles. Release of the proximal tibial attachment of the sMCL caused no significant increase in laxity if the distal sMCL attachment remained intact. The dMCL was a minor restraint to AMT and ER. The POL controlled IR and was a minor restraint to AMT and ER near extension. The ACL contributed with the sMCL in restraining AMT and was a secondary restraint to ER and VR in the MCL deficient knee. CONCLUSION The sMCL appears to be the most important restraint to anteromedial instability; the dMCL and POL play more minor roles. Based on the present data a new classification of anteromedial instability is proposed, which may support clinical examination and treatment decision. In higher grades of anteromedial instability an injury to the sMCL should be suspected and addressed if treated surgically.
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- Guido Wierer
- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Paracelsus Medical University Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria. .,Research Unit for Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Injury Prevention (OSMI), ISAG, UMIT Hall, Hall in Tirol, Austria.
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- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma surgery, Arcus Sportclinic, Pforzheim, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Westphalian Wilhelms University Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Research Unit for Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Injury Prevention (OSMI), ISAG, UMIT Hall, Hall in Tirol, Austria.,Gelenkpunkt - Sports and Joint Surgery, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Research Unit for Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Injury Prevention (OSMI), ISAG, UMIT Hall, Hall in Tirol, Austria.,OCM Clinic, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Westphalian Wilhelms University Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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Oldfather T, Zabala M, Goodlett M, Murrah WH. Knee Valgus Versus Knee Abduction Angle: Comparative Analysis of Medial Knee Collapse Definitions in Female Athletes. J Biomech Eng 2020; 142:121002. [PMID: 34043757 DOI: 10.1115/1.4047549] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2018] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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The knee valgus angle (KVA) is heavily researched as it has been shown to correlate to anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries when measured during jumping activities. Many different methods of KVA calculation are often treated as equivalent. The purpose of this study is to elucidate differences between these commonly used angles within and across activities to determine if they can indeed properly be treated as equivalent. The kinematics of 23 female athletes, D1 soccer, D1 basketball, and club soccer (height = 171.2 ± 88.9 cm, weight = 66.3 ± 8.6 kg, age = 19.8 ± 1.9 years), was analyzed using a motion capture system during activities related to their sport and daily living. The abduction KVA, measured using body fixed axes, only correlated to the two-dimensional (2D) global reference frame angle (KVA 2G) in three of the six activities (walking, squatting, and walking down stairs), and one out of six in the three-dimensional (3D) measurements (jogging). This suggests that the abduction KVA does not always relate to other versions of KVA. The KVA with reference to the pelvis coordinate system (KVA 2P) correlated to the KVA 2G in six out of six activities (r = 0.734 ± 0.037, P << 0.001) suggesting the pelvis can be utilized as a reference plane during rotating tasks, such as run-to-cut, when a fixed global system is less meaningful. Not all measures of KVA are equivalent and should be considered individually. A thorough understanding of the equivalence or nonequivalence of various measures of KVA is essential in understanding ACL injury risk.
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- Taylor Oldfather
- Auburn Biomechanical Engineering (AUBE) Lab, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Auburn University, Auburn, AL 36849
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- Auburn Biomechanical Engineering (AUBE) Lab, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Auburn University, Auburn, AL 36849
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- Auburn University Sports Medicine, Auburn University, Auburn, AL 36849
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- Department of Educational Foundations, Leadership, and Technology, Auburn University, Auburn, AL 36849
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Percutaneous Arthroscopic Assisted Knee Medial Collateral Ligament Repair. Arthrosc Tech 2020; 9:e1511-e1517. [PMID: 33134053 PMCID: PMC7587228 DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2020.06.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2020] [Accepted: 06/06/2020] [Indexed: 02/03/2023] Open
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Medial collateral ligament (MCL) injuries are commonly encountered alongside anterior cruciate ligament injuries. Treatment modalities have ranged from conservative management to surgical repair, augmentation, and reconstruction. Various reports have reported residual valgus instability, especially in higher-grade injuries that have been treated conservatively. The MCL provides valgus stability but also is an element of anterior stability to the tibia in addition to the anterior cruciate ligament. In addition, meniscal "lift-off" and "floating" have been described as consequences after MCL injuries, and meniscal dysfunction has been shown to lead to accelerated joint degeneration; therefore, all efforts should be made to treat these injuries adequately. We describe a simple, minimally invasive technique that involves suturing the deep MCL to the medial joint capsule, allowing better MCL healing, causing less soft-tissue scarring, and preventing meniscal extrusion.
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Longstaffe R, Leiter J, Gurney-Dunlop T, McCormack R, MacDonald P. Return to Play and Career Length After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Among Canadian Professional Football Players. Am J Sports Med 2020; 48:1682-1688. [PMID: 32379980 DOI: 10.1177/0363546520918224] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [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 For many athletes, a tear of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) represents a significant injury that requires a prolonged period away from the sport with substantial rehabilitation. HYPOTHESIS There will be no difference in return to play (RTP) and career length after hamstring tendon (HT) ACL reconstruction in a group of Canadian Football League professional players as compared with what has been already been reported in the literature among professional football players. STUDY DESIGN Case-control study; Level of evidence, 3. METHODS Data on athletes who sustained an ACL injury were collected by team physicians and head athletic trainers from 2002 to 2017 from 2 Canadian Football League teams. Patient details included age at the time of injury, initial injury date, position, practice versus game injury, and primary versus rerupture with injury-specific data, such as affected limb, concomitant injuries, graft choice, and procedure performed. RTP rates and career length data were collected through publically available internet sources. Comparisons between the non-RTP and RTP groups were made with independent-sample t tests. Binomial logistic regression was performed to determine variables (ie, games preinjury, graft type, meniscal injury, collateral ligament injury) that contributed to players not being able to RTP. RESULTS A total of 44 ACL reconstructions were performed over the study period (HT, n = 32 [72.7%]; bone-patellar tendon-bone [BPTB], n = 8 [18.2%]; allograft, n = 4 [9.1%]). Overall, 69.8% (n = 30) were able to RTP in at least 1 game, while 30.2% (n = 13) did not return. Mean time to return was 316.1 days (range, 220-427 days), or 10.4 months. For those players who did RTP, mean career length after ACL reconstruction was 2.8 seasons, or 34.4 games. The majority (56.8%) of injuries occurred early in the season. Breakdown by graft type demonstrated RTP rates among HT, BPTB, and allograft of 64.5% (n = 20), 87.5% (n = 7), and 75% (n = 3), respectively. Career length among HT, BPTB, and allograft was 2.9, 2.4, and 3 seasons. Logistic regression analysis found only concomitant medial collateral ligament (MCL) injuries to be a negative predictor for RTP. Meniscal injuries were associated with a decreased RTP rate and career length, but this was not statistically significant. CONCLUSION The RTP rates after ACL reconstruction in this study are similar to those reported in National Football League players. A concomitant injury to the MCL injury was a negative predictor of RTP. Meniscal injuries demonstrated a trend for decreased RTP rate and career length, but this was not a significant predictor. A large portion of injuries occur early in the season, and further study should be done to examine potential preventative strategies to reduce ACL injuries.
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- Pan Am Clinic, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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- University of British Columbia, New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada
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- Pan Am Clinic, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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Figueroa D, Guiloff R, Vaisman A, Figueroa F, Schenck RC. Medial side knee injuries: simplifying the controversies: current concepts. J ISAKOS 2020; 5:134-143. [PMID: 37870694 DOI: 10.1136/jisakos-2019-000396] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Injuries to the medial side of the knee (MSK) are the most common knee ligament lesions. Historically, these injuries have been treated conservatively; however, a better understanding of the anatomy and biomechanics of the different structures of the MSK have resulted in diverse and controversial opinions about the ideal management of these lesions. A cautious analysis should be done in nomenclature because the same surgical technique principles have been differently named in the literature. The diagnostic process of MSK injuries must involve a critical thinking process to precise those lesions that imply an imminent risk of healing failure. This review article provides an evidence and clinical-based clarification of the controversies regarding injuries to the MSK and proposes an evidence-based algorithm for their management.
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- David Figueroa
- Departamento Ortopedia y Traumatologia, Facultad de Medicina Clínica Alemana, Universidad del Desarrollo, Santiago, Chile
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- Departamento Ortopedia y Traumatologia, Facultad de Medicina Clínica Alemana, Universidad del Desarrollo, Santiago, Chile
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- Departamento Ortopedia y Traumatologia, Facultad de Medicina Clínica Alemana, Universidad del Desarrollo, Santiago, Chile
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- Departamento Ortopedia y Traumatologia, Facultad de Medicina Clínica Alemana, Universidad del Desarrollo, Santiago, Chile
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA
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Osseous valgus alignment and posteromedial ligament complex deficiency lead to increased ACL graft forces. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2020; 28:1119-1129. [PMID: 31679070 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-019-05770-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2019] [Accepted: 10/21/2019] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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PURPOSE To biomechanically investigate the influence of osseous valgus alignment, with and without deficiency of the posteromedial ligament complex (PMC), on ACL-graft forces under axial load. METHODS ACL reconstruction was performed on ten cadaveric knee joints. A lateral distal femur osteotomy was then done to adjust for three different alignment conditions according to the position, where the axial weight bearing line (WBL) dissected the tibial plateau (% from medial to lateral): 50%, 85% and 115%. Each alignment was tested with the PMC intact, deficient and reconstructed. Axial loads of 400 N were applied in 15° of knee flexion and changes of ACL-graft forces and dynamic valgus angle (DVA) were recorded. RESULTS In the PMC intact state, lateralization of the WBL to 85% and to 115% led to significantly increased ACL graft forces (85%: p = 0.010; 115%: p < 0.001) and DVAs (85%: p = 0.027; 115%: p = 0.027). Dissection of the PMC led to a significant increase of ACL graft forces and DVAs at 85% and 115% valgus alignment (p < 0.001) only. In comparison to valgus aligned knees with additional PMC deficiency, ligament reconstruction alone was able to significantly decrease ACL graft forces (p < 0.001) and DVAs (p < 0.001). However, alignment correction alone was significantly more effective in reducing ACL graft forces (p < 0.001) and DVAs (p = 0.010). CONCLUSION Osseous valgus alignment led to significantly increased forces on ACL grafts under axial joint compression, which was even further enhanced, when the PMC was deficient. In the valgus aligned and PMC deficient knee, correction to a straight leg axis was significantly more effective in decreasing forces on the ACL graft than reconstruction of the PMC. In patients with valgus alignment and combined injuries of the ACL and PMC, a correction osteotomy to a straight leg axis as well as reconstruction of the PMC should be considered to protect the reconstructed ACL.
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Up to 18% of multiligament knee injuries (MLKI) have an associated vascular injury.All MLKI should be assessed using the ankle brachial pressure index (ABPI) with selective arteriography if ABPI is < 0.9.An ischaemic limb following knee dislocation must be taken to the operating theatre immediately for stabilization and re-vascularization.Partial common peroneal nerve (CPN) injury following MLKI has better recovery than complete palsy.Posterior tibial tendon transfer is offered to patients with complete CPN palsy if there is no recovery at six months.Operative treatment with acute or staged reconstructions provides the best outcome in MLKI.Effective repair can only be performed within three weeks of injury.There is no difference between repair and reconstruction of medial collateral ligament and posteromedial corner.Posterolateral corner reconstruction has a lower failure rate than repair.Early mobilization following MLKI surgery results in fewer range-of-motion deficits. Cite this article: EFORT Open Rev 2020;5:145-155. DOI: 10.1302/2058-5241.5.190012.
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- Jimmy Wui Guan Ng
- Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Calow, Chesterfield, UK
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- Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Calow, Chesterfield, UK
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- Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Calow, Chesterfield, UK
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Preoperative medial knee instability is an underestimated risk factor for failure of revision ACL reconstruction. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2020; 28:2458-2467. [PMID: 32621041 PMCID: PMC7429520 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-020-06133-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2020] [Accepted: 06/26/2020] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to carefully analyse the reasons for revision ACLR failure to optimize the surgical revision technique and minimize the risk of recurrent re-rupture. Large studies with a minimum of 2 years of follow-up that clinically examine patients with revision ACLR are rare. METHODS Between 2013 and 2016, 111 patients who underwent revision ACLR were included in the retrospective study. All patients were examined for a minimum of 2 years after revision surgery (35 ± 3.4 months, mean ± STD) and identified as "failed revision ACLR" (side-to-side difference ≥ 5 mm and pivot-shift grade 2/3) or "stable revision ACLR". RESULTS Failure after revision ACLR occurred in 14.5% (n = 16) of the cases. Preoperative medial knee instability (n = 36) was associated with failure; thus, patients had a 17 times greater risk of failure when medial knee instability was diagnosed (p = 0.015). The risk of failure was reduced when patients had medial stabilization (n = 24, p = 0.034) and extra-articular lateral tenodesis during revision surgery (n = 51, p = 0.028). Increased posterior tibial slope (n = 11 ≥ 12°, p = 0.046) and high-grade anterior knee laxity (side-to-side difference > 6 mm and pivot-shift grade 3, n = 41, p = 0.034) were associated with increased failure of revision ACLR. Obese patients had a 9 times greater risk of failure (p = 0.008, n = 30). CONCLUSION This study demonstrates the largest revision ACLR patient group with pre- and postoperative clinical examination data and a follow-up of 2 years published to date. Preoperative medial knee instability is an underestimated risk factor for revision ACLR failure. Additionally, high-grade anterior knee laxity, increased PTS and high BMI are risk factors for failure of revision ACLR, while additional medial stabilization and lateral extra-articular tenodesis reduce the risk of failure. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE III.
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Graft Choice for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction With a Concomitant Non-surgically Treated Medial Collateral Ligament Injury Does Not Influence the Risk of Revision. Arthroscopy 2020; 36:199-211. [PMID: 31526609 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2019.07.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2019] [Revised: 06/04/2019] [Accepted: 07/10/2019] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To compare the risk of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) revision and the patient-reported outcome after ACL reconstruction with a concomitant non-surgically treated medial collateral ligament (MCL) injury with regard to 3 ACL graft choices; the use of semitendinosus (ST), the use of semitendinosus-gracilis (ST-G), and the use of patellar tendon (PT) autograft. It was hypothesized that the use of ST-G would be associated with a greater risk of ACL revision and poorer patient-reported knee function. METHODS Patients older than 15 years of age registered for a primary ACL reconstruction with a concomitant non-surgically treated MCL injury in the Swedish National Knee Ligament Registry were assessed for eligibility. Three groups were created according to ACL autograft choice; the ST, the ST-G, and the PT group. The primary outcomes were ACL revision and the 1- and 2-year Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS), including the KOOS patient acceptable symptom state (PASS). Cox regression analysis was applied to determine the proportional hazard ratio (HR) of primary ACL reconstruction survival. The KOOS was compared using the Mann-Whitney U test and Fisher exact test. RESULTS A total of 622 patients (mean age 29.7 years, 42.4% women) were included. There was no difference in the risk of ACL revision for either the ST group (HR 1.354; 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.678-2.702 or the PT group (HR 0.837; 95% CI 0.334-2.100), compared with the ST-G group. The ST group reported a greater mean 2-year KOOS sports and recreation (68.5, standard deviation [SD] 28.5) than the ST-G group (57.4 [SD 27.6], P = .010) and the PT group (54.1 [SD 30.3], P = .006). The ST group was superior in terms of achieving PASS in sports and recreation (55.3%; 95% CI 44.1-66.1%) compared with both the ST-G (37.4%; 95% CI 29.8-45.5%; P = .014) and the PT group (33.9%; 95% CI 22.1-47.4%; P = .009). CONCLUSIONS The risk of ACL revision did not differ between HT and PT autografts in patients undergoing ACL reconstruction with a non-surgically treated MCL injury. However, the use of ST-G was associated with poorer 2-year patient-reported knee function compared with the ST. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Retrospective comparative trial, Level III.
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Bates NA, Schilaty ND, Krych AJ, Hewett TE. Variation in ACL and MCL Strain Before Initial Contact Is Dependent on Injury Risk Level During Simulated Landings. Orthop J Sports Med 2019; 7:2325967119884906. [PMID: 32010728 PMCID: PMC6967202 DOI: 10.1177/2325967119884906] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/13/2023] Open
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Background The existent literature has well explored knee ligament kinetics and strain at and after initial contact (IC) during landing tasks. However, little is known about knee ligament biomechanics in flight before IC. Purpose To quantify and compare change in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and medial collateral ligament (MCL) strain before IC relative to after IC. Study Design Descriptive laboratory study. Methods A total of 40 cadaveric specimens were analyzed after being subjected to simulated landings in a mechanical impact simulator. External joint loads of varying magnitudes were applied to mimic relative injury risk load levels from an in vivo cohort and were coupled with an impulse force to represent initial ground contact. Implanted strain gauges continually recorded ligament strain. Kruskal-Wallis tests evaluated the significance of risk level and pre- and post-IC factors, while Wilcoxon each-pair tests evaluated differences within both factors. Results Strain responses during simulated landing tasks for the ACL (P ≥ .545) and MCL (P ≥ .489) were consistent after IC regardless of the level of relative injury risk simulated in each trial. Before IC, the level of injury risk kinetics applied to a specimen differentiated strain response in the ACL (P < .001) and MCL (P < .001), as higher risk profiles produced greater changes in ligament strain. Mean baseline strain was 4.0% in the ACL and 1.0% in the MCL. Mean change in strain from the ACL ranged from 0.1% to 3.9% pre-IC and from 2.9% to 5.7% post-IC, while the MCL ranged from 0.0% to 3.0% pre-IC and from 0.9% to 1.3% post-IC. Conclusion Within each ligament, post-IC strain response lacked statistical differences among simulated risk profiles, while pre-IC response was dependent on the risk profile simulated. Individually, neither pre- nor poststrain changes were enough to induce ACL failure, but when combined over the course of a full landing task, they could lead to rupture. Clinical Relevance Prevention and rehabilitation techniques should aim to limit the presence of increased risk biomechanics in flight before landing, as impulse delivery at IC is inevitable.
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- Nathaniel A Bates
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA.,Department of Biomedical Engineering and Physiology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA.,Sports Medicine Center, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA.,Department of Biomedical Engineering and Physiology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA.,Sports Medicine Center, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA.,Department of Biomedical Engineering and Physiology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA.,Department of Biomedical Engineering and Physiology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA.,Sports Medicine Center, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA.,Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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Influence of relative injury risk profiles on anterior cruciate ligament and medial collateral ligament strain during simulated landing leading to a noncontact injury event. Clin Biomech (Bristol, Avon) 2019; 69:44-51. [PMID: 31295670 PMCID: PMC6823138 DOI: 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2019.06.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2018] [Revised: 04/15/2019] [Accepted: 06/27/2019] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Athletes have traditionally been subdivided into risk classifications for ACL injury relative to the biomechanical traits they display during landing. This investigation aimed to discern whether these separate risk classifications elicit strain differences on the ACL and MCL during landing. It was hypothesized that the higher risk simulation profiles would exhibit greater ACL strain and that the ACL would exhibit greater strain than the MCL under all conditions. METHOD The mechanical impact simulator was used to simulate landing on a cohort of 46 cadaveric specimens. The simulator applied external joint loads to the knee prior to impulse delivery. These loads were organized into a series of profiles derived from in vivo motion capture previously performed on a cohort of 44 athletes and represented various risk classifications. Strain gauges were implanted on the ACL and MCL and simulations performed until a structural failure was elicited. Differences were assessed with Kruskal-Wallis tests. FINDINGS The highest-risk profiles tended to exhibit greater peak ACL strain and change in ACL strain than the baseline- and moderate-risk profiles. Specimens that failed during lower-risk simulations expressed greater strain at these loads than specimens that completed higher-risk simulations. The ACL recorded greater strain than the MCL throughout all simulation profiles. INTERPRETATION This behavior justifies why neuromuscular interventions have greater impact on higher-risk athletes and supports the continued screening and targeted training of those athletes that express greater injury risk. The loading disparity between ACL and MCL justifies their limited concomitant injury rate.
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Mehl JT, Kia C, Murphy M, Obopilwe E, Cote M, Imhoff FB, Imhoff AB, Arciero RA, Beitzel K, Otto A. Posteromedial Ligament Repair of the Knee With Suture Tape Augmentation: A Biomechanical Study. Am J Sports Med 2019; 47:2952-2959. [PMID: 31454261 DOI: 10.1177/0363546519868961] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.2] [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 In cases of acute combined posteromedial and anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries, primary repair of the superficial medial collateral ligament (sMCL) and posterior oblique ligament (POL) with suture tape augmentation may be a reasonable alternative to standard tendon reconstruction techniques. PURPOSE/HYPOTHESIS The purpose was to examine the rotational and valgus laxity with ACL strain following sMCL and POL repair with suture tape augmentation at various degrees of knee flexion. It was hypothesized that this technique would restore knee laxity and kinematics comparable with those of the intact state. STUDY DESIGN Controlled laboratory study. METHODS Ten cadaveric knee specimens (mean ± SD, 57.9 ± 5.9 years) were obtained. Specimens were tested with the tibia fixed and the femur mobile on an X-Y table. Each specimen was tested in 4 conditions according to the state of the sMCL and POL: native, deficient, repaired with suture tape augmentation, and reconstructed with tendon allografts. Valgus laxity was tested with 40-N force applied in the lateral direction of the femur, and rotational motion was tested with 5-N torque applied to the tibia. ACL strain during valgus stress was also measured. Each condition was tested in 0°, 15°, 30°, 45°, and 60° of knee flexion. RESULTS Dissection of the sMCL and POL led to significantly increased valgus laxity in all flexion angles, with a significant increase in ACL strain at 30° (P < .001) and 45° (P < .001). Ligament repair with suture tape augmentation demonstrated similar valgus and rotational laxity as compared with intact specimens, with the exception of increased internal rotation at 30° (P = .005). Ligament reconstruction resulted in significantly increased valgus opening at 45° (P = .048) and significantly increased internal rotation at 30° (P < .001) as compared with the native state. Direct comparison between surgical techniques showed no significant differences. CONCLUSION At time zero, ligament repair of the posteromedial knee with suture tape augmentation restored close-to-native valgus and rotatory laxity, as well as native ACL strain for cases of complete sMCL and POL avulsion. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Ligament repair of the sMCL and POL with suture tape augmentation may be a reasonable alternative to tendon reconstruction techniques in cases of acute combined posteromedial and ACL injuries with valgus and rotatory instability.
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- Julian T Mehl
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Connecticut, Farmington, Connecticut, USA.,Department of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Technical University, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Connecticut, Farmington, Connecticut, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Connecticut, Farmington, Connecticut, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Connecticut, Farmington, Connecticut, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Connecticut, Farmington, Connecticut, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Connecticut, Farmington, Connecticut, USA.,Department of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Technical University, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Technical University, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Connecticut, Farmington, Connecticut, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Technical University, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Connecticut, Farmington, Connecticut, USA.,Department of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Technical University, Munich, Germany
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Bates NA, Schilaty ND, Nagelli CV, Krych AJ, Hewett TE. Multiplanar Loading of the Knee and Its Influence on Anterior Cruciate Ligament and Medial Collateral Ligament Strain During Simulated Landings and Noncontact Tears. Am J Sports Med 2019; 47:1844-1853. [PMID: 31150273 PMCID: PMC6988507 DOI: 10.1177/0363546519850165] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.6] [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 Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears and concomitant medial collateral ligament (MCL) injuries are known to occur during dynamic athletic tasks that place combinatorial frontal and transverse plane loads on the knee. A mechanical impact simulator that produces clinical presentation of ACL injury allows for the quantification of individual loading contributors leading to ACL failure. PURPOSE/HYPOTHESIS The objective was to delineate the relationship between knee abduction moment, anterior tibial shear, and internal tibial rotation applied at the knee and ACL strain during physiologically defined simulations of impact at a knee flexion angle representative of initial contact landing from a jump. The hypothesis tested was that before ACL failure, abduction moment would induce greater change in ACL strain during landing than either anterior shear or internal rotation. STUDY DESIGN Controlled laboratory study. METHODS Nineteen cadaveric specimens were subjected to simulated landings in the mechanical impact simulator. During simulations, external knee abduction moment, internal tibial rotation moment, and anterior tibial shear loads were derived from a previously analyzed in vivo cohort and applied to the knee in varying magnitudes with respect to injury risk classification. Implanted strain gauges were used to track knee ligament displacement throughout simulation. Kruskal-Wallis tests were used to assess strain differences among loading factors, with Wilcoxon each pair post hoc tests used to assess differences of magnitude within each loading. RESULTS Each loading factor significantly increased ACL strain (P < .005). Within factors, the high-risk magnitude of each factor significantly increased ACL strain relative to the baseline condition (P≤ .002). However, relative to knee abduction moment specifically, ACL strain increased with each increased risk magnitude (P≤ .015). CONCLUSION Increased risk levels of each load factor contributed to increased levels of ACL strain during a simulated jump landing. The behavior of increased strain between levels of increased risk loading was most prevalent for changes in knee abduction moment. This behavior was observed in the ACL and MCL. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Knee abduction moment may be the predominant precursor to ACL injury and concomitant MCL injury. As knee abduction occurs within the frontal plane, primary preventative focus should incorporate reduction of frontal plane knee loading in landing and cutting tasks, but secondary reduction of transverse plane loading could further increase intervention efficacy. Constraint of motion in these planes should restrict peak ACL strain magnitudes during athletic performance.
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- Nathaniel A. Bates
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA.,Department of Biomedical Engineering and Physiology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA.,Sports Medicine Center, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA.,Address correspondence to Nathaniel A. Bates, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, 200 First St SW, Rochester, MN 55902, USA ()
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA.,Department of Biomedical Engineering and Physiology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA.,Sports Medicine Center, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering and Physiology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA.,Department of Biomedical Engineering and Physiology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA.,Department of Biomedical Engineering and Physiology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA.,Sports Medicine Center, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA.,Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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Strauss MJ, Varatojo R, Boutefnouchet T, Condello V, Samuelsson K, Gelber PE, Adravanti P, Laver L, Dimmen S, Eriksson K, Verdonk P, Spalding T. The use of allograft tissue in posterior cruciate, collateral and multi-ligament knee reconstruction. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2019; 27:1791-1809. [PMID: 30824979 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-019-05426-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2018] [Accepted: 02/15/2019] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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PURPOSE Currently both autograft and allograft tissues are available for reconstruction of posterior cruciate, collateral and multi-ligament knee injuries. Decision-making is based on a complex interplay between anatomical structures, functional bundles and varying biomechanical requirements. Despite theoretically better biological healing and reduced risk of disease transmission autografts are associated with donor site morbidity as well as being limited by size and quantity. The use of allografts eliminates donor-site morbidity but raises cost and issues of clinical effectiveness. The purpose of this paper is to review current concepts and evidence for the use of allografts in primary posterior cruciate, collateral and multi-ligament reconstructions. METHODS A narrative review of the relevant literature was conducted for PCL, collateral ligament and multi-ligament knee reconstruction. Studies were identified using a targeted and systematic search with focus on recent comparative studies and all clinical systematic reviews and meta-analyses. The rationale and principles of management underpinning the role of allograft tissue were identified and the clinical and functional outcomes were analysed. Finally, the position of postoperative physiotherapy and rehabilitation was identified. RESULTS The review demonstrated paucity in high quality and up-to-date results addressing the issue especially on collaterals and multi-ligament reconstructions. There was no significant evidence of superiority of a graft type over another for PCL reconstruction. Contemporary principles in the management of posterolateral corner, MCL and multi-ligament injuries support the use of allograft tissue. CONCLUSION The present review demonstrates equivalent clinical results with the use of autografts or allografts. It remains, however, difficult to generate a conclusive evidence-based approach due to the paucity of high-level research. When confronted by the need for combined reconstructions with multiple grafts, preservation of synergistic muscles, and adapted postoperative rehabilitation; the current evidence does offer support for the use of allograft tissue. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV.
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- Marc Jacob Strauss
- Steadman Philippon Research Institute, Vail, CO, USA.,Orthopaedic Division, Oslo University Hospital and University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway.,OSTRC, Norwegian School of Sports Sciences, Oslo, Norway
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- University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry, UK
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Clinica Humanitas Castelli, Via Mazzini, 11, Bergamo, Italy
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- Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Mölndal, Sweden.,Institute of Clinical Sciences, The Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Hospital de la Santa Creu I Sant Pau, Universitat Autònoma Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.,ICATME-Hospital Universitari Dexeus, Universitat Autònoma Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Orthopaedic Department, Città di Parma Clinic, Piazzale Athos Maestri 5, Parma, Italy
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- University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry, UK
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- Stockholm South Hospital, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Antwerp Orthopedic Center, Monica Hospitals, Antwerp, Belgium
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- University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry, UK.
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Liu Z, Li Y, Ren Y, Jin Y, Yang J, Wang S, Zhu X, Xiong H, Zou G, Liu Y, Huang W. Enhancement of in vitro proliferation and bioactivity of human anterior cruciate ligament fibroblasts using an in situ tissue isolation method and basic fibroblast growth factor culture conditions: A pilot analysis. Medicine (Baltimore) 2019; 98:e15907. [PMID: 31145353 PMCID: PMC6708876 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000015907] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Previous studies have reported poor proliferation and bioactivity of human anterior cruciate ligament fibroblasts (hACLFs) after injury. As hACLFs are one of the most significant and indispensable source of seed cells in constructing tissue-engineered ligament, enhancing hACLF proliferation would offer favorable cellular-biological ability and induce the extracellular matrix secretion of hACLFs after loading on multiple types of scaffolds. Enhancing the bioactivity of hACLFs would improve tissue repair and functional recovery after tissue-engineered ligament transplantation. This study compared cells prepared by collagenase digestion and the in situ culture of tissue pieces and investigated the effect of basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF) on hACLFs. METHODS Six adult patients participated in this study. Of these patients, tissues from three were compared after culture establishment through collagenase digestion or in situ tissue isolation. hACLF phenotypic characteristics were assessed, and the effect of bFGF on hACLF cultures was observed. hACLFs cultured with and without bFGF served as the experimental and control groups, respectively. Cell Counting Kit-8 was used to detect proliferation. The expression of ligament-related genes and proteins was evaluated by immunofluorescence staining, real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assays, and Western blot assays. RESULTS The morphology of hACLFs isolated using the two methods differed after the 2nd passage. The proliferation of cells obtained by in situ culture was higher than that of cells obtained by collagenase digestion. hACLFs cultured with bFGF after the 3rd passage exhibited a higher proliferation rate than the controls. Immunofluorescence staining, real-time PCR, and Western blot analysis showed a significant increase in ligament-related gene and protein expression in the hACLFs cultured with bFGF. CONCLUSIONS The in situ isolation of tissue pieces enhanced hACLF proliferation in vitro, and the hACLFs exhibited phenotypic characteristics of fibroblasts. hACLFs cultured with bFGF exhibited increased hACLF bioactivity.
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- Ziming Liu
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, the First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, the First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, the First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University
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