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Yang HY, Kim JW, Seon JK. Proximally positioned femoral grafts decrease passive anterior tibial subluxation in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction using a posterior trans-septal portal. INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS 2024; 48:2641-2652. [PMID: 39190104 DOI: 10.1007/s00264-024-06271-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2024] [Accepted: 08/03/2024] [Indexed: 08/28/2024]
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PURPOSE To compare the anterior and posterior trans-septal (TS) portal approaches in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) by evaluating femoral tunnel positioning and passive anterior tibial subluxation (PATS). METHODS A total of 205 patients who underwent primary ACLR using the outside-in technique between March 2018 and December 2021 were retrospectively enrolled. Patients were classified into two groups based on the viewing techniques: the anterior group was treated using anteromedial or anterolateral portals (n = 155), and the TS group was treated using posterior TS portal (n = 55). The relative locations of the femoral tunnel were evaluated using the deep-shallow planes (X-axis) and superior-inferior planes (Y-axis) with the quadrant method in the lateral femoral condyle on a 3-dimensional computed tomography image. Anterior tibial subluxation for the lateral and medial compartments relative to the femoral condyles was evaluated as measured on magnetic resonance imaging. Knee laxity was assessed using the pivot-shift test and stress radiography. RESULTS In the posterior TS group, the femoral tunnel was usually located deeper on the X-axis and more superior on the Y-axis, which corresponds to a more proximal position, than in the anterior group (deeper on the X-axis and superior on the Y-axis). Moreover, the femoral tunnel locations in this group were more compactly distributed than those in the anterior group. The TS group showed significantly better reduction of postoperative PATS in the lateral compartments than the anterior group (anterior group vs. TS group: lateral compartment, 3.2 ± 3.1 vs. 4.5 ± 3.2 mm; p = .016). Significantly better results were found in the TS group for knee stability as assessed by the pivot-shift grade (p = .044); however, there were no significant differences between the two groups with respect to patient-reported outcome measures (p > .05) and other complications (p = .090). CONCLUSION Our results suggest that positioning the femoral tunnel using the posterior TS portal approach may lead to better outcomes in terms of PATS and rotational stability compared to the anterior portal approach in ACLR.
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- Hong Yeol Yang
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Chonnam National University Hwasun Hospital, College of Medicine, Chonnam National University, 322, Seoyang-ro, Hwasun, Chonnam, 58128, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Chonnam National University Hwasun Hospital, College of Medicine, Chonnam National University, 322, Seoyang-ro, Hwasun, Chonnam, 58128, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Chonnam National University Hwasun Hospital, College of Medicine, Chonnam National University, 322, Seoyang-ro, Hwasun, Chonnam, 58128, Republic of Korea.
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Ryu DJ, Kim S, Kim M, Kim JH, Kim WJ, Lim D, Wang JH. It is challenging to reproduce both anatomical and functional aspects of anterolateral reconstruction: postoperative 3D-CT analysis of the femoral tunnel position. Knee Surg Relat Res 2024; 36:26. [PMID: 39210443 PMCID: PMC11360883 DOI: 10.1186/s43019-024-00230-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2024] [Accepted: 08/05/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND This study aimed to evaluate the femoral tunnel position and fiber length of the anterolateral ligament (ALL) reconstruction compared with the natural anatomy of the ALL. We also evaluated whether the femoral tunnel position would affect residual pivot shift. METHODS This study was a retrospective review of 55 knees that underwent ALL reconstruction considering the anatomical and functional aspects, during primary anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction in the presence of a high-grade pivot shift or revisional ACL reconstruction. We determined the position of the femoral tunnel and the length of graft using a three-dimensional (3D)-computed tomography (CT) model after ALL reconstruction. We also measured graft excursion during surgery and examined pivot shift 2 years after surgery. We conducted a subgroup analysis of femoral tunnel position, fiber length, isometricity, and residual pivot shift depending on whether the tunnel was anterior or posterior to the lateral epicondyle (LE). We also performed a subgroup analysis depending on whether the ACL reconstruction was primary or revisional. RESULTS The mean femoral tunnel position was 2.04 mm posterior and 14.5 mm proximal from the center of the LE. The mean lengths of the anterior and posterior fibers were 66.6 and 63.4 mm, respectively. The femoral tunnel was positioned more proximally than the anatomical position, and both anterior and posterior ALL fibers were longer than the natural anatomy. The anteroposterior femoral tunnel position was significantly correlated with anterior (p = 0.045) and posterior (p = 0.037) fiber excursion. In the subgroup analysis, there was no significant difference in the residual pivot shift between the posterior and anterior tunnel positions. However, there were significant differences for proximal position (p < 0.001) and fiber length (p = 0.006). There was no significant difference between primary and revisional ACL regarding femoral tunnel position and fiber lengths. CONCLUSION It is challenging to reproduce both anatomical and functional aspects of ALL reconstruction in both primary and revision ACL reconstruction. Especially for functional reconstruction, the femoral tunnel tended to be positioned more proximally than the anatomical position. However, the femoral tunnel position did not affect functional clinical outcomes at the 2-year follow-up. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV Case series.
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- Dong Jin Ryu
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Inha University Hospital, Inha University School of Medicine, Incheon, South Korea
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sejong University, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sejong University, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, 06351, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, 06351, South Korea
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sejong University, Seoul, South Korea.
- RNX Co., Ltd, Seoul, South Korea.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, 06351, South Korea.
- Department of Health Sciences and Technology, SAIHST, Sungkyunkwan University, Seoul, 06351, South Korea.
- Department of Medical Device Management and Research, SAIHST, Sungkyunkwan University, Seoul, 06351, South Korea.
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Peng WL, Chen YJ, Hung YC, Ho CS, Chiu CH, Chen ACY, Chan YS, Hsu KY, Yang CP. Single-bundle ACL combined with ALL reconstruction yields comparable outcomes in patients with varied anatomical risk factors for ACL graft failure. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2024; 25:625. [PMID: 39107761 PMCID: PMC11305042 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-024-07725-2] [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] [Received: 11/28/2023] [Accepted: 07/22/2024] [Indexed: 08/10/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) graft failure is influenced by factors such as meniscal tears and tibial plateau slope. Combined anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and anterolateral ligament (ALL) reconstruction has reduced failure rates; however, its efficacy in high-risk patients remains unclear. This study hypothesized that combined ACL and ALL reconstruction would yield similar clinical outcomes in patients with varying risks of ACL failure. PATIENTS AND METHODS A total of 76 patients who underwent primary single-bundle ACL reconstruction combined with ALL reconstruction between June 2018 and June 2021 were included. The medial tibial slope (MTS), lateral tibial slope (LTS), and anterior tibial translation (ATT) were measured using magnetic resonance imaging and plain radiography of the knee joint. The meniscal lesions were assessed during surgery. Preoperative clinical assessments and final follow-up were conducted using patient-reported outcome measurements (PROMs), including the International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) evaluation, Lysholm knee scoring scale, and Tegner Activity scale. PROMs were collected at least two years postoperatively. RESULTS The average follow-up was 32.5 ± 7.4 months. There were no significant differences in postoperative IKDC score, Lysholm score, or Tegner activity score between patients with or without medial meniscus injury (p = 0.155, 0.914, and 0.042, respectively), with or without lateral meniscus injury (p = 0.737, 0.569, and 0.942, respectively), medial tibial slope > 12° or ≤ 12° (p = 0.290, 0.496, and 0.988, respectively), or lateral tibial slope > 7.4° or ≤ 7.4° (p = 0.213, 0.625, and 0.922, respectively). No significant correlations were found between anterior tibial translation and postoperative IKDC (R = -0.058, p = 0.365), Lysholm (R = -0.017, p = 0.459), or Tegner activity scores (R = -0.147, p = 0.189). CONCLUSION Our study demonstrates that single-bundle ACL reconstruction combined with ALL reconstruction provides reliable and comparable clinical outcomes in patients with high-risk factors for ACL graft failure, such as increased tibial slope or meniscal injury. Our results suggest that the indications for ALL reconstruction may be expanded to include patients with a high tibial slope or meniscal injury, because these factors have been shown to contribute to increased rotational instability and high rates of ACL graft failure. Future prospective randomized controlled trials with large patient cohorts and long follow-up periods are needed to validate these findings and establish clear guidelines for patient selection and surgical decision-making. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level 3.
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- Wei-Lun Peng
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, MacKay Memorial Hospital, Taipei City, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taoyuan City, 333, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taoyuan City, 333, Taiwan
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- Graduate Institute of Sports Science, National Taiwan Sport University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taoyuan City, 333, Taiwan
- Comprehensive Sports Medicine Center, Taoyuan Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taoyuan City, 333, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taoyuan City, 333, Taiwan
- Comprehensive Sports Medicine Center, Taoyuan Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taoyuan City, 333, Taiwan
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- Comprehensive Sports Medicine Center, Taoyuan Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taoyuan City, 333, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Keelung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Keelung City, 204, Taiwan
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- Comprehensive Sports Medicine Center, Taoyuan Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taoyuan City, 333, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Tucheng Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, New Taipei City, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taoyuan City, 333, Taiwan.
- Graduate Institute of Sports Science, National Taiwan Sport University, Taoyuan, Taiwan.
- Comprehensive Sports Medicine Center, Taoyuan Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taoyuan City, 333, Taiwan.
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Kolin DA, Jones RH, Heyworth BE, Jivanelli B, Fabricant PD. No difference in stability among various knee flexion angles during fixation of anterolateral ligament reconstruction or lateral extra-articular tenodesis: A systematic review and meta-analysis of biomechanical studies. J Exp Orthop 2024; 11:e12079. [PMID: 39015341 PMCID: PMC11250156 DOI: 10.1002/jeo2.12079] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2024] [Revised: 06/18/2024] [Accepted: 06/21/2024] [Indexed: 07/18/2024] Open
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Purpose The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of anterolateral ligament reconstruction (ALLR) or lateral extra-articular tenodesis (LET) fixation at low versus high flexion angles during anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) on rotation or translational knee stability. Methods The inclusion criteria for this study were (1) cadaveric study, (2) cadaveric specimens underwent ACLR, (3) cadaveric specimen underwent ALLR or LET and (4) specimen preparation technique described the knee flexion angle at the time of ALLR or LET tensioning and fixation. A priori, 'low flexion' was defined as 0-30° and 'high flexion' was defined as 60-90° at graft fixation. Main outcomes of interest included internal rotation and anterior translation. Results Data from 92 cadaveric knees (from 9 studies) were extracted and included in the meta-analysis. The mean pooled value for internal rotation was 10.1° (95% confidence interval [CI], 5.7-14.5°) for the low flexion group and 11.5° (95% CI, 7.4-15.7°) for the high flexion group (n.s.). The mean pooled value for anterior translation was 4.3 mm (95% CI, 0.5-8.1 mm) for the low flexion group and 3.0 mm (95% CI, 1.1-5.0 mm) for the high flexion group (n.s.). Conclusion This meta-analysis of existing biomechanical research found that the rotational and translational stability of the knee were not significantly different between scenarios in which ALLR or LET fixation was performed at low knee flexion angles (0-30°) versus high knee flexion angles (60-90°). Level of Evidence Level IV.
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- Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery ServiceNew YorkNew YorkUSA
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- Orthopedics and Sports Medicine DepartmentBoston Children's HospitalBostonMassachusettsUSA
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Guerreiro JPF, Rosa LB, Gonçalves EL, Curcio ARR, Bignardi PR, Danieli MV. Outcomes of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction in Patients with Associated Anterolateral Ligament Injury. Rev Bras Ortop 2024; 59:e397-e402. [PMID: 38911889 PMCID: PMC11193583 DOI: 10.1055/s-0044-1785516] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2023] [Accepted: 11/06/2023] [Indexed: 06/25/2024] Open
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Objective To evaluate if there is a significant difference in the outcomes of isolated anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction in patients with or without associated anterolateral ligament (ALL) injury. Methods We conducted a retrospective cross-sectional study through the analysis of medical records and the application of the questionnaires of the Lysholm Knee Scoring Scale and the International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) Subjective Knee Form to patients undergoing isolated ACL reconstruction. Results The 52 participants included were divided into two groups: 19 with associated ALL injury and 33 with no associated ALL injury. None of the patients with associated ALL injury suffered an ACL rerupture, and 21.1% presented injuries to other knee structures after surgery. Among the patients with no associated injury, 6.1% suffered ACL rerupture, and 18.2% presented injuries to other structures after surgery ( p = 0.544). Return to activities at the same level as that of the preoperative period occurred in 60% of the patients with associated ALL injury and in 72% of those with no associated injury ( p = 0.309). The mean score on the Lysholm Knee Scoring Scale was of 81.6 points in patients with associated ALL injury, and of 90.1 in those with no associated injury ( p = 0.032). The mean score on the IKDC Subjective Knee Form was of 70.3 points in patients with associated ALL injury and of 76.7 in those with no associated injury ( p = 0.112). Conclusion There was no statistically significant difference regarding graft injuries or new injuries to other structures, satisfaction with the operated knee, or the score on the IKDC Subjective Knee Form. Return to activity was similar in the groups with and without associated ALL injuries. The scores on the Lysholm Knee Scoring Scale were better, with a statistically significant difference in the group with no associated ALL injuries.
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- João Paulo Fernandes Guerreiro
- Faculdade de Medicina, Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná (PUCPR) – Câmpus Londrina, Londrina, PR, Brasil
- Hospital de Ortopedia Uniort.e, Londrina, PR, Brasil
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- Departamento de Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Faculdade de Medicina, Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná (PUCPR) – Câmpus Londrina, Londrina, PR, Brasil
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- Faculdade de Medicina, Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná (PUCPR) – Câmpus Londrina, Londrina, PR, Brasil
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- Faculdade de Medicina, Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná (PUCPR) – Câmpus Londrina, Londrina, PR, Brasil
- Hospital de Ortopedia Uniort.e, Londrina, PR, Brasil
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Yang L, Xing S. Increased lateral femoral condyle ratio measured by MRI is associated with higher risk of solitary meniscus injury. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2024; 12:1286967. [PMID: 38380265 PMCID: PMC10877371 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2024.1286967] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2023] [Accepted: 01/09/2024] [Indexed: 02/22/2024] Open
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Background: Past studies found that an increased lateral femoral condyle ratio is associated with anterior cruciate ligament injuries, but it is not clear if there is a link between MRI-measured lateral femoral condyle ratios and meniscal injuries. MRI provides a more accurate selection of measurement planes. Compared to X-rays, it further reduces data errors due to non-standard positions. Objective: To study the relationship between knee bone morphology and Solitary meniscal injuries by MRI. Methods: A total of 175 patients were included in this retrospective case-control study, including 54 cases of pure medial meniscus injury, 44 cases of pure lateral meniscus injury as the experimental group, and 77 control subjects. MRI images were used to measure the femoral notch width, femoral condylar width, femoral notch width index, lateral femoral condylar ratio (LFCR), posterior tibial slope, medial tibial plateau depth, and meniscus slope. In addition, carefully check for the presence of specific signs such as bone contusions and meniscal extrusions. Comparing the anatomical differences in multiple bone morphologies between the two groups, a stepwise forward multifactorial logistic analysis was used to identify the risk factors for Solitary meniscal injuries. Finally, ROC curves were used to determine the critical values and best predictors of risk factors. Results: MTS, LTS, and LFCR ended up as independent risk factors for meniscus injury. Among all risk factors, LFCR had the largest AUC of 0.781 (0.714-0.848) with a threshold of 72.75%. When combined with MTS (>3.63°), diagnostic performance improved with an AUC of 0.833 (0.774-0.892). Conclusion: Steep medial tibial plateau slope, steep lateral tibial plateau slope angle, and deep posterior lateral femoral condyles on MRI are independent risk factors for meniscal injuries. In patients with knee discomfort with the above imaging findings (X-ray, MRI), we should suspect and carefully evaluate the occurrence of meniscal injuries. It not only provides a theoretical basis to understand the mechanism of meniscus injury but also provides theoretical guidance for the prevention of meniscus injury and the development of intervention measures. Level of evidence III.
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- Lei Yang
- Department of North Sichuan Medical College, Nanchong, Sichuan, China
- Department of Orthopedics, Chengdu Fifth People’s Hospital, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Chengdu Fifth People’s Hospital, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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Ng MK, Vasireddi N, Emara AK, Lam A, Voyvodic L, Rodriguez AN, Pan X, Razi AE, Erez O. Anterolateral knee complex considerations in contemporary anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction and total knee arthroplasty: a systematic review. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY & TRAUMATOLOGY : ORTHOPEDIE TRAUMATOLOGIE 2024; 34:319-330. [PMID: 37490068 DOI: 10.1007/s00590-023-03647-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2023] [Accepted: 07/11/2023] [Indexed: 07/26/2023]
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The anterolateral ligament (ALL) was first described in 1879 in the context of Segond fractures, which correlate with a 75-100% chance of an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear or a 66-75% chance of a meniscal tear. The purpose of this paper is to provide an updated comprehensive review on the anterolateral ligament complex of the knee focusing on the: (1) anatomy of the ALL/ALC; (2) associated biomechanics/function; and (3) important surgical considerations in contemporary anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction and total knee arthroplasty (TKA). A systematic review of studies on ALL was conducted on Pubmed/MEDLINE and Cochrane databases (May 7th, 2020 to February 1st, 2022), with 20 studies meeting inclusion/exclusion criteria. Studies meeting inclusion criteria were anatomical/biomechanical studies assessing ALL function, cadaveric and computer simulations, and comparative studies on surgical outcomes of ALLR (concomitant with ACL reconstruction). Eight studies were included and graded by MINOR and Newcastle-Ottawa scale to identify potential biases. The anatomy of the ALL is part of the anterolateral ligament complex (ALC), which includes the superficial/deep iliotibial band (including the Kaplan fiber system), iliopatellar band, ALL, and anterolateral capsule. Multiple biomechanical studies have characterized the ALC as a secondary passive stabilizer in resisting tibial internal rotation. Given the role of the ALC in resisting internal tibial rotation, lateral extra-articular procedures including ALL augmentation may be considered for chronic ACL tears, ACL revisions, and a high-grade pivot shift test. In the context of TKA, in the event of injury to the ALC, a more constrained implant or soft-tissue reconstruction may be necessary to restore appropriate knee stability.
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- Mitchell K Ng
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Maimonides Medical Center, 927 49th St., Brooklyn, NY, 11219, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, 44195, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, 44195, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Maimonides Medical Center, 927 49th St., Brooklyn, NY, 11219, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Maimonides Medical Center, 927 49th St., Brooklyn, NY, 11219, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Maimonides Medical Center, 927 49th St., Brooklyn, NY, 11219, USA.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, 44195, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Maimonides Medical Center, 927 49th St., Brooklyn, NY, 11219, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Maimonides Medical Center, 927 49th St., Brooklyn, NY, 11219, USA
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Yang HY, Cheon JH, Choi JH, Song EK, Seon JK. Combined Anterior Cruciate Ligament and Anterolateral Ligament Reconstruction Decreases Passive Anterior Tibial Subluxation Compared With Isolated Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Despite Similar Rotational Stability and Clinical Outcomes. Arthroscopy 2023; 39:2513-2524.e2. [PMID: 37142134 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2023.04.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2022] [Revised: 04/15/2023] [Accepted: 04/18/2023] [Indexed: 05/06/2023]
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PURPOSE To analyze the effect of augmenting a hamstring autograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) with an anterolateral ligament reconstruction (ALLR) on a primary outcome of passive anterior tibial subluxation (PATS) and a secondary outcome of the clinical outcomes. METHODS ACL-injured patients who underwent primary ACLR between March 2014 and February 2020 at our center were enrolled. Patients who underwent combined procedures (ACLR + ALLR) were matched in a 1:1 propensity ratio to patients who underwent ACLR only. We evaluated PATS, knee stability (side-to-side laxity difference, pivot-shift test), and patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) after the procedure and documented complications. RESULTS From an initial cohort of 252 patients with a minimum follow-up period of 2 years (48.4 ± 16.6 months), 35 matched pairs were included, and 17 patients (48.6%) in each group underwent second-look arthroscopy. The combined ACLR + ALLR group showed significantly better improvement of PATS in the lateral compartments than the isolated ACLR group (P = .034). There were no significant differences between the groups regarding knee stability (side-to-side laxity difference, pivot-shift test), PROMs, complications, and second-look arthroscopic findings (all P > .05). Moreover, the proportions of patients who achieved the minimal clinically important difference in PROMs were not different between groups. CONCLUSIONS The combined ACLR + ALLR procedure was associated with a mean improvement in anterior tibial subluxation for the lateral compartment that was 1.2 mm better than an isolated ACLR procedure, despite its lack of clinical significance. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III, cohort study.
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- Hong Yeol Yang
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Chonnam National University Medical School and Hospital, Chonnam, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Chonnam National University Medical School and Hospital, Chonnam, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Chonnam National University Medical School and Hospital, Chonnam, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Chonnam National University Medical School and Hospital, Chonnam, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Chonnam National University Medical School and Hospital, Chonnam, Republic of Korea.
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Lee SS, Kwon KB, Lee J, Ryu DJ, Jang S, Wang JH. Single Bundle Anterior Cruciate Ligament With Anterolateral Ligament Reconstruction Yields Similar Clinical and Radiographic Results at Minimum 2-Year Follow-Up Versus Double Bundle Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial. Arthroscopy 2023; 39:2502-2512. [PMID: 37207917 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2023.04.022] [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: 01/25/2023] [Revised: 04/27/2023] [Accepted: 04/27/2023] [Indexed: 05/21/2023]
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PURPOSE To compare the clinical, radiographic, and second-look arthroscopic outcomes between double-bundle (DB) anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction (DB group) and combined single-bundle (SB) ACL and anterolateral ligament (ALL) reconstruction (SB + ALL group) by a prospective randomized controlled trial. METHODS From May 2019 to June 2020, 84 patients were enrolled in this study. Among them, 10 were lost to follow-up. Thirty-six and 38 patients were successfully allocated to the DB (mean follow up 27.3 ± 4.2 months) and SB + ALL groups (27.2 ± 4.5 months), respectively. The preoperative and postoperative Lachman test, pivot shift test, anterior translation on stress radiographs, KT-2000 arthrometer, Lysholm score, International Knee Documentation Committee score, and Tegner activity score were evaluated and compared. Graft continuity was evaluated using postoperative magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) (32 and 36 patients underwent MRI in the DB and SB + ALL groups at 7.4 ± 3.2 and 7.5 ± 2.9 months after surgery, respectively), and second-look examinations (second-look examination and tibial screw removal were performed concomitantly when patients (1) had tibial screw-related irritation or (2) needed the screws removed, 28 and 23 patients underwent examinations in the DB and SB + ALL groups at 24.0 ± 6.8 and 24.9 ± 8.1 months after surgery, respectively). All measurements were compared between the groups. RESULTS Postoperative clinical outcomes significantly improved in both groups. (All variables showed P < .001) No statistically different outcomes were found between the 2 groups. Additionally, postoperative graft continuity on MRI and second-look examinations were not different between the 2 groups. CONCLUSIONS The DB and SB + ALL groups showed similar postoperative clinical, radiographic, and second-look arthroscopic outcomes. Both groups showed excellent postoperative stability and clinical outcomes compared with the preoperative measurements. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level II, randomized controlled trial.
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- Sung-Sahn Lee
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Ilsan Paik Hospital, Inje University School of Medicine, Goyangsi, Gyeonggido, Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Inha University Hospital, Inha University School of Medicine, Incheon, Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Bupyeong Himchan Hospital, Incheon, Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea; Department of Health Sciences and Technology and Department of Medical Device Management and Research, SAIHST, Sungkyunkwan University, Seoul, Korea.
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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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Guo Z, Wang X, Liu G, Lu Y, Bai Y, Lv J, Liu F. Localizing the position of the Segond fracture bed under CT measurements to determine the functional tibial insertion of an anterolateral ligament. Front Surg 2023; 10:1235750. [PMID: 37638122 PMCID: PMC10457158 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2023.1235750] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2023] [Accepted: 07/21/2023] [Indexed: 08/29/2023] Open
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Background Many studies have confirmed the existence of ligament structures in the anterolateral region of the knee that maintain rotational stability of the knee joint, namely, the anterolateral ligament (ALL). Most scholars believe that knee joint reconstruction should be considered during revision surgery and a high level of pivot displacement test (stage 2 or 3). During ALL reconstruction, the choice of ligament reconstruction sites affects the success rate and prognosis of the operation. Therefore, the choice of ligament reconstruction sites is particularly important. There is little research on the lateral ALL tibia insertion point, and most clinicians use the midpoint Gerdy's tubercle and fibular head as insertion points. However, the reconstruction effect is not ideal. Objective This study aims to measure the position of the Segond fracture bed on CT images to determine the ALL position of the tibia. Method To determine the position of the Segond fracture bone bed, the CT AM Volume Share 2 system was used to manually measure the position of bone fragments in 23 Segond fracture patients. Using the highest point of Gerdy's tubercle in the CT axial slices and the outermost point of the fibular head in the CT axial slices as reference points, the direction and angle of the CT slices were adjusted to ensure that the highest point of the Gerdy tubercle, the outermost point of the fibular head, and the center of Segond fracture bed were in the same sagittal slice. A CT sagittal slice measures the vertical distance from the center of the Segond fracture bed to the Gerdy-fibular line segment (G-F line segment), which is the line connecting the highest point of the segment to the outermost point of the fibula. The distance from the vertical point at the center of the Segond fracture bed of the G-F line to the highest point of the Gerdy tubercle was measured. All measurements were performed using the same measurement standard and were expressed as a percentage of the length of the G-F line. The measured results were statistically analyzed using SPSS 25.0 descriptive statistical research methods. Results The average length of the G-F segment measured on CT images was 39.6 ± 2.0 mm, and the average vertical length from the center of the Segond fracture bed to the G-F segment was 13.1 ± 1.1 mm, accounting for 33.2% ± 2.1% of the length of the G-F segment. The length from the vertical point of the fracture bed on the G-F line segment to the highest point of the Gerdy tubercle was 14.7 ± 1.3 mm, accounting for 37.1% ± 2.9% of the length of the G-F segment. Conclusion Through the study of the CT measurement of the Segond fracture location, we obtained the location of the functional tibial insertion of ALL, which is different from the anatomical insertion of ALL and is more inclined to the Gerdy tubercle and above, which has reference value for the treatment of recovering the function of anterolateral ligament after reconstruction.
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- Ziteng Guo
- Department of Orthopedics, The First Hospital of Qinhuangdao, Qinhuangdao, China
- School of Graduate, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Hospital of Qinhuangdao, Qinhuangdao, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Hospital of Qinhuangdao, Qinhuangdao, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Hospital of Qinhuangdao, Qinhuangdao, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Hospital of Qinhuangdao, Qinhuangdao, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Hospital of Qinhuangdao, Qinhuangdao, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Hospital of Qinhuangdao, Qinhuangdao, China
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Kumar A, Raza K, Krishna H, Narayan RK, Jha RK, Kumari C, Asghar A, Kumar T, Agrawal P. Sharing of proximal fibers by the anterolateral and lateral collateral ligaments in the human knee: a cadaveric study. Sci Rep 2023; 13:12317. [PMID: 37516773 PMCID: PMC10387103 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-38211-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2022] [Accepted: 07/05/2023] [Indexed: 07/31/2023] Open
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Literature is highly inconsistent in describing the proximal attachment of the anterolateral ligament (ALL) and its relationship with the lateral collateral ligament (LCL) in human knees. This observational study aims to investigate that lacuna. The gross dissection was performed in the lower limbs (n = 83) from the donated adult-age (> 18 years) embalmed cadavers from medical institutions in the north and east India. The dissected knee specimens were first examined macroscopically. Further routine and special staining and microscopic examinations were performed. The ALL was absent in approximately 20.4% of the studied knee specimens (17/83). In remaining, the sharing of ALL and LCL proximal fibers was observed as a consistent finding (~ 97%) with rare exceptions. The mean length of the tibial and meniscal limbs of ALL was 1.57 ± 0.8 cm [Range (R) 0.5-4 cm] and 0.73 ± 0.47 cm [Range (R) 0.1-1.6 cm], respectively. In addition, multiple variations in its presentation were observed. We propose that the proximal sharing of LCL-ALL fibers is a dominant feature in the studied population. The sharing of the fibers may impact the biomechanics and injury mechanisms for both ligaments. The possibility of ethnic variations in the ALL morphology should be a concern during reconstruction surgery.
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- Ashutosh Kumar
- Department of Anatomy, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Patna, Bihar, 801507, India.
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- Department of Anatomy, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Deoghar, Jharkhand, India
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- Department of Anatomy, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India
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- Department of Anatomy, Dr. B.C. Roy Multi Speciality Medical Research Center, Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, West Bengal, India
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- Department of Anatomy, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Patna, Bihar, 801507, India
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- Department of Anatomy, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
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- Department of Anatomy, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Patna, Bihar, 801507, India
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- Department of Pathology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Patna, Bihar, India
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- Department of Orthopedics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Patna, Bihar, India
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Noailles T, Toanen C, Geffroy L, Lopes R, Hardy A. Anterior Cruciate Ligament and Anterolateral Ligament Reconstruction With Pedicular Hamstrings Tendon Graft, Single-Strand Gracilis for ALL and Single Blind Femoral Tunnel. Arthrosc Tech 2023; 12:e1145-e1154. [PMID: 37533915 PMCID: PMC10390882 DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2023.03.003] [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: 12/30/2022] [Revised: 02/26/2023] [Accepted: 03/02/2023] [Indexed: 08/04/2023] Open
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Combined anterior cruciate ligament and anterolateral ligament reconstruction (ACL+ALL r) is a common procedure to treat rotational instability and to prevent ACL graft failure. Recent studies have described numerous combined reconstruction techniques to obtain the most anatomical procedure with the least graft donor site morbidity and the best clinical results. Hamstring (HG) grafts are the most popular graft in literature. Leaving pedicle HG can preserve enough blood supply to improve tendon-bone healing with additional mechanical fixation of the graft on the tibial side. A single femoral tunnel reduces bone loss and prevents convergence of 2 femoral tunnels. We describe an original ACL and ALL reconstruction technique that preserves hamstring tibial insertion with a single blind femoral tunnel.
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- Thibaut Noailles
- Département de Chirurgie Orthopédique, Polyclinique de Bordeaux Nord, Bordeaux, France
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- Service de Chirurgie Orthopédique, Centre Hospitalier Départemental Vendée, La Roche-sur-Yon, France
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- Département de Chirurgie Orthopédique, Polyclinique de l’Atlantique, Saint Herblain Cedex, France
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Santos DANE, Rocha de Faria JL, Carminatti T, Paula RED, Pádua VBCD, Pavão DM, LaPrade RF, Helito CP. Combined All-Inside Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction With Semitendinosus Plus Anterolateral Ligament Reconstruction With Intact Gracilis Tibial Insertion and Transtibial Passage. Arthrosc Tech 2023; 12:e951-e958. [PMID: 37424645 PMCID: PMC10323918 DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2023.02.032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2022] [Revised: 01/22/2023] [Accepted: 02/12/2023] [Indexed: 07/11/2023] Open
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The indications for combining anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with anterolateral ligament reconstruction have increased considerably in recent years since several anatomical, clinical, and biomechanical studies have proven the importance of the anterolateral periphery in knee rotational stability. Much is still being discussed on how to combine these techniques in terms of which grafts and fixation options to use, as well as avoiding tunnel convergence. This study aims to describe anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with a triple-bundle semitendinosus tendon graft all-inside technique combined with an anterolateral ligament reconstruction maintaining the gracilis tendon insertion on the tibia, using independent anatomical tunnels. With this, we were able to reconstruct both using only hamstring autografts, reducing morbidity in other possible donor areas, in addition to allowing stable fixation of both grafts without tunnel convergence.
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- Knee Surgery Center of the National Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedics of Brazil, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
- School of Medicine from University of São Paulo, USP Riberão Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Lagoa Federal Hospital, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
- São Vicente de Paulo Hospital, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
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- Knee Surgery Center of the National Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedics of Brazil, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
- São Vicente de Paulo Hospital, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
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- Knee Surgery Center of the National Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedics of Brazil, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
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Sun T, Wang J, Suo M, Liu X, Huang H, Zhang J, Zhang W, Li Z. The Digital Twin: A Potential Solution for the Personalized Diagnosis and Treatment of Musculoskeletal System Diseases. Bioengineering (Basel) 2023; 10:627. [PMID: 37370558 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering10060627] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2023] [Revised: 05/12/2023] [Accepted: 05/20/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023] Open
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Due to the high prevalence and rates of disability associated with musculoskeletal system diseases, more thorough research into diagnosis, pathogenesis, and treatments is required. One of the key contributors to the emergence of diseases of the musculoskeletal system is thought to be changes in the biomechanics of the human musculoskeletal system. However, there are some defects concerning personal analysis or dynamic responses in current biomechanical research methodologies. Digital twin (DT) was initially an engineering concept that reflected the mirror image of a physical entity. With the application of medical image analysis and artificial intelligence (AI), it entered our lives and showed its potential to be further applied in the medical field. Consequently, we believe that DT can take a step towards personalized healthcare by guiding the design of industrial personalized healthcare systems. In this perspective article, we discuss the limitations of traditional biomechanical methods and the initial exploration of DT in musculoskeletal system diseases. We provide a new opinion that DT could be an effective solution for musculoskeletal system diseases in the future, which will help us analyze the real-time biomechanical properties of the musculoskeletal system and achieve personalized medicine.
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- Tianze Sun
- Department of Orthopedics, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian 116600, China
- Key Laboratory of Molecular Mechanism for Repair and Remodeling of Orthopedic Diseases, Dalian 116000, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian 116600, China
- Key Laboratory of Molecular Mechanism for Repair and Remodeling of Orthopedic Diseases, Dalian 116000, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian 116600, China
- Key Laboratory of Molecular Mechanism for Repair and Remodeling of Orthopedic Diseases, Dalian 116000, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian 116600, China
- Key Laboratory of Molecular Mechanism for Repair and Remodeling of Orthopedic Diseases, Dalian 116000, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian 116600, China
- Key Laboratory of Molecular Mechanism for Repair and Remodeling of Orthopedic Diseases, Dalian 116000, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian 116600, China
- Key Laboratory of Molecular Mechanism for Repair and Remodeling of Orthopedic Diseases, Dalian 116000, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian 116600, China
- Key Laboratory of Molecular Mechanism for Repair and Remodeling of Orthopedic Diseases, Dalian 116000, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian 116600, China
- Key Laboratory of Molecular Mechanism for Repair and Remodeling of Orthopedic Diseases, Dalian 116000, China
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He J, Kanto R, Fayed AM, Price TM, DiNenna MA, Linde MA, Smolinski P, van Eck CF. Augmenting ACL Repair With Suture Tape Improves Knee Laxity: A Biomechanical Study. Orthop J Sports Med 2023; 11:23259671221146013. [PMID: 37138945 PMCID: PMC10150432 DOI: 10.1177/23259671221146013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2022] [Accepted: 10/11/2022] [Indexed: 05/05/2023] Open
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Background Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) repair is an alternative to reconstruction; however, suture tape support may be necessary to achieve adequate outcomes. Purposes To investigate the influence of suture tape augmentation (STA) of proximal ACL repair on knee kinematics and to evaluate the effect of the 2 flexion angles of suture tape fixation. Study Design Controlled laboratory study. Methods Fourteen cadaveric knees were tested using a 6 degrees of freedom robotic testing system under anterior tibial (AT) load, simulated pivot-shift (PS) load, and internal rotation (IR) and external rotation loads. Kinematics and in situ tissue forces were evaluated. Knee states tested were (1) ACL intact, (2) ACL cut, (3) ACL repair with suture only, (4) ACL repair with STA fixed at 0° of knee flexion, and (5) ACL repair with STA fixed at 20° of knee flexion. Results ACL repair alone did not restore the intact ACL AT translation at 0°, 15°, 30°, or 60° of flexion. Adding suture tape to the repair significantly decreased AT translation at 0°, 15°, and 30° of knee flexion but not to the level of the intact ACL. With PS and IR loadings, only ACL repair with STA fixed at 20° of flexion was not significantly different from the intact state at all knee flexion angles. ACL suture repair had significantly lower in situ forces than the intact ACL with AT, PS, and IR loadings. With AT, PS, and IR loadings, adding suture tape significantly increased the in situ force in the repaired ACL at all knee flexion angles to become closer to that of the intact ACL state. Conclusion For complete proximal ACL tears, suture repair alone did not restore normal knee laxity or normal ACL in situ force. However, adding suture tape to augment the repair resulted in knee laxity closer to that of the intact ACL. STA with fixation at 20° of knee flexion was superior to fixation with the knee in full extension. Clinical Relevance The study findings suggest that ACL repair with STA fixed at 20° could be considered in the treatment of femoral sided ACL tears in the appropriate patient population.
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- Jinshen He
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery,
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery,
Third Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery,
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery,
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Mechanical and Material
Science Engineering, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Mechanical and Material
Science Engineering, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery,
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery,
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
- Department of Mechanical and Material
Science Engineering, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery,
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
- Carola F. van Eck, MD, PhD,
Sequoia Institute for Surgical Services Inc, 2300 West Sunnyside Avenue,
Visalia, CA 93277, USA (
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Kraeutler MJ, McCulloch PC. A Call for More Studies Evaluating Posttraumatic Knee Osteoarthritis in Patients Undergoing Combined Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction and Lateral Extra-Articular Stabilization. Arthroscopy 2023; 39:908-910. [PMID: 36872030 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2022.12.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2022] [Revised: 12/07/2022] [Accepted: 12/12/2022] [Indexed: 03/07/2023]
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- Matthew J Kraeutler
- Department of Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, Texas, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, Texas, U.S.A
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Taylan O, Slane J, van Beek N, Dandois F, Scheys L, Claes S. Characterizing the viscoelastic properties of the anterolateral ligament and grafts commonly used in its reconstruction. Clin Biomech (Bristol, Avon) 2023; 104:105949. [PMID: 37018954 DOI: 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2023.105949] [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: 10/11/2022] [Revised: 03/07/2023] [Accepted: 03/27/2023] [Indexed: 04/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Current anatomic anterolateral ligament reconstruction is typically performed using either a gracilis tendon or an iliotibial band graft based on their quasi-static behavior. However, there is limited knowledge about their viscoelastic behaviors. This study aimed to characterize the viscoelastic properties of the anterolateral ligament, distal iliotibial band, distal gracilis tendon and proximal gracilis tendon for graft material choice in anterolateral ligament reconstruction. METHODS All the tissues were harvested from thirteen fresh-frozen cadaveric knees and subjected to preconditioning (3-6 MPa), sinusoidal cycle (1.2-12 MPa), dwell at constant load (12 MPa), and load to failure (3%/s). The quasi-static and viscoelastic properties of the soft tissues were computed and compared using a linear mixed model (p < 0.05). FINDINGS The hysteresis of anterolateral ligament (mean:0.4 Nm) was comparable with gracilis halves (p > 0.85) but iliotibial band (6 Nm) was significantly higher (p < 0.001,ES = 6.5). In contrast, the dynamic creep of anterolateral ligament (0.5 mm) was similar to iliotibial band (0.7 mm, p > 0.82) whereas both gracilis halves were significantly lower (p < 0.007,ES > 1.4). The elastic modulus of anterolateral ligament (181.4 MPa, p < 0.001,ES > 2.1) was the lowest compared to the grafts materials (distal gracilis tendon:835 MPa, distal gracilis tendon:726 MPa, iliotibial band:910 MPa). Additionally, the failure load of the anterolateral ligament (124.5 N, p < 0.001,ES > 2.9) was also the lowest. INTERPRETATION The mechanical properties of the gracilis halves and iliotibial band were significantly different from anterolateral ligament, except for hysteresis and dynamic creep, respectively. Our findings showed that the gracilis halves may be a more appropriate graft choice for anterolateral ligament reconstruction due to its low energy dissipation and permanent deformation under dynamic loads.
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- Orçun Taylan
- Institute for Orthopaedic Research and Training (IORT), KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium; FIBEr, KU Leuven Core Facility for Biomechanical Experimentation, KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium.
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- Institute for Orthopaedic Research and Training (IORT), KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, AZ St Elisabeth, Herentals, Belgium
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- Institute for Orthopaedic Research and Training (IORT), KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Institute for Orthopaedic Research and Training (IORT), KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium; FIBEr, KU Leuven Core Facility for Biomechanical Experimentation, KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium; Division of Orthopedics, University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, AZ St Elisabeth, Herentals, Belgium
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Wei X, Wang Z, Lu Y, Sun J, Riehl J. Surgical Treatment for Avulsion Fractures of the Anterolateral Ligament Associated with Periarticular Fractures of the Knee. J Knee Surg 2023; 36:397-403. [PMID: 34507364 DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1735311] [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] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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The existence and anatomy of the anterolateral ligament (ALL) of the knee are a somewhat controversial topic in orthopaedic surgery. The fixation of the avulsion fracture of the ALL (Segond fracture), associated with periarticular knee fractures, is rarely given much consideration while the major fracture fragments are reconstructed. This study aims to confirm the existence of ALL and evaluate the clinical outcomes of surgical management for avulsion fractures, involving its insertion, when associated with periarticular knee fractures. Twenty-three patients (16 males and 7 females) with avulsion fractures of the ALL associated with periarticular knee fractures were fixed with a spider plate, cannulated screw, or suture anchor. Eight patients were diagnosed with distal femoral fracture, 10 with tibial plateau fracture, and 5 with tibial eminence avulsion fracture. All patients underwent X-rays at follow-up. Clinical and functional outcomes were assessed with the pivot-shift test, objective and subjective International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) score, Lysholm score, and Tegner activity scale. The ALL was found and identified as a distinct ligamentous structure in all patients. Prior to Segond repair, patients had significantly more instability, as determined by pivot-shift test, than seen postoperatively (p < 0.0001). At final follow-up, the mean subjective IKDC score was 83.2 ± 10.3. Fourteen patients were graded A, 6 were graded B, and 3 was graded C on the IKDC objective score. The mean Lysholm score was 85.4 ± 12.2. The mean Tegner score was 7.5 ± 1.2. This study confirmed that the ALL is a distinct structure in the anterolateral portion of the knee. The fixation of the avulsion fracture of the ALL associated with periarticular knee fractures can be an effective procedure without specific complications. Long-term and comparative follow-up studies are necessary to confirm the effects.
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- Xuelei Wei
- Department of Orthopaedic Trauma, Tianjin Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Tianjin Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Trauma, Tianjin Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Trauma, Tianjin Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Trauma, Pikeville Medical Center, Pikeville, Kentucky
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Lai S, Zhang Z, Li J, Fu WL. Comparison of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction With Versus Without Anterolateral Augmentation: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. Orthop J Sports Med 2023; 11:23259671221149403. [PMID: 37025126 PMCID: PMC10071203 DOI: 10.1177/23259671221149403] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2022] [Accepted: 10/21/2022] [Indexed: 04/08/2023] Open
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Background It is clear that the anterolateral ligament has an important role in rotational knee stability. However, whether patients undergoing anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction (ACLR) can benefit from anterolateral augmentation (ALA) is still controversial. Purpose To compare the effects of isolated ACLR versus ACLR combined with ALA (ACLR+ALA) on clinical outcomes and knee stability. Study Design Systematic review; Level of evidence, 1. Methods The methodology followed PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines. A literature search of the PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library Central Register of Controlled Trials databases was undertaken to identify all randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing isolated ACLR with ACLR+ALA for the treatment of ACL injuries in the last 15 years. The Cochrane Collaboration risk-of-bias tool and the revised Jadad scale were utilized by 2 independent reviewers to determine the quality of RCTs. Relevant data were extracted and compared between procedures, and heterogeneity across the RCTs was assessed using the I 2 statistic. Results The initial search yielded 849 articles. A total of 14 studies (1850 patients; 941 ACLR and 909 ACLR+ALA) satisfied the eligibility criteria for the meta-analysis. There were no significant differences between the procedures in terms of patient-reported outcomes (International Knee Documentation Committee score, Tegner score, Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score) or return-to-sport rates. However, patients who underwent ACLR+ALA had better knee stability based on the pivot-shift test (risk ratio [RR], 1.06 [95% CI, 1.02 to 1.10]; P = .0008), Lachman test (RR, 1.03 [95% CI, 1.00 to 1.07]; P = .04), and side-to-side difference in anterior laxity (standardized mean difference, -0.55 [95% CI, -0.98 to -0.12]; P = .01) as well as a lower incidence of graft failure (RR, 0.30 [95% CI, 0.19 to 0.45]; P < .01) compared with patients who underwent isolated ACLR. Conclusion ALA can be considered as a reinforcement of ACLR to improve anteroposterior and anterolateral rotational stability of the knee and reduce the risk of failure. The patient-reported outcomes of isolated ACLR were similar to those of ACLR+ALA, and both procedures provided improved knee function.
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- Sike Lai
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan
University, Chengdu, China
- Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan
University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan
University, Chengdu, China
- Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan
University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan
University, Chengdu, China
- Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan
University, Chengdu, China
- Jian Li, MD, or Wei-Li Fu, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery,
West China Hospital, Sichuan University, No. 37, Guoxue Alley, Chengdu 610041,
China ( or
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan
University, Chengdu, China
- Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan
University, Chengdu, China
- Jian Li, MD, or Wei-Li Fu, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery,
West China Hospital, Sichuan University, No. 37, Guoxue Alley, Chengdu 610041,
China ( or
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Nagai K, Kamada K, Kay J, Hoshino Y, Matsushita T, Kuroda R, de Sa D. Clinical Outcomes After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction in Patients With a Concomitant Segond Fracture: A Systematic Review. Am J Sports Med 2023; 51:525-533. [PMID: 34668790 DOI: 10.1177/03635465211045689] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [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 Segond fracture can be observed in patients with an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear. It is unclear whether the Segond fracture affects clinical outcomes after ACL reconstruction. PURPOSE To investigate whether the presence of a concomitant Segond fracture affects clinical outcomes after ACL reconstruction and to compare clinical outcomes when a Segond fracture is repaired surgically or left unrepaired. STUDY DESIGN Systematic review; Level of evidence, 4. METHODS Three databases (PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library) were searched in accordance with the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines on July 27, 2020. Relevant studies regarding ACL injury with concomitant Segond fracture treated by primary ACL reconstruction were screened in duplicate. Data regarding patient characteristics and clinical outcomes were extracted. Descriptive data are presented, and a random-effects model was used to pool amenable data. RESULTS A total of 5 studies examining 2418 patients (987 female; 40.8%), mean age 25.4 years, were included in this study. There were 304 patients with a Segond fracture (mean age, 28.1 years; 35.9% female) and 2114 patients without a Segond fracture (mean age, 25.1 years; 41.5% female). Four studies directly compared outcomes between patients with an unrepaired Segond fracture and no Segond fracture. One study reported 12 patients who underwent ACL reconstruction and repair of a Segond fracture. Among 4 studies, 11 of 292 (3.8%) graft failures/revision surgeries were reported in the groups that had Segond fracture, whereas 145 of 2114 (6.9%) graft failures/revision surgeries were reported in groups that did not have Segond fracture. No significant difference was observed in the risk of graft failure between the 2 groups, with a pooled risk ratio of 0.59 (95% CI, 0.32-1.07; P = .08; I2 = 0%). No clinically significant differences were observed with regard to International Knee Document Committee score, Lysholm score, Tegner activity scale, and postoperative knee laxity between the group with Segond fracture and those without. CONCLUSION An unrepaired Segond fracture does not appear to have any significant negative effect on postoperative stability or risk of graft failure or revision surgery after ACL reconstruction. Future prospective studies may be warranted to confirm the finding that patients with combined ACL injury and Segond fracture may have outcomes comparable with those of ACL-injured patients without a Segond fracture when isolated ACL reconstruction is performed.
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- Kanto Nagai
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
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- Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University Medical Centre, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
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- Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University Medical Centre, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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Kamada K, Matsushita T, Nagai K, Hoshino Y, Araki D, Kanzaki N, Matsumoto T, Niikura T, Kuroda R. Risk factors of residual pivot-shift after anatomic double-bundle anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2023; 143:977-985. [PMID: 35364734 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-022-04428-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2021] [Accepted: 03/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Although anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) is considered a successful procedure, residual pivot-shift after surgery remains to be solved. The purpose of this study was to comprehensively evaluate the risk factors of residual pivot-shift after anatomic double-bundle (DB) ACLR. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of 164 patients who underwent primary anatomic DB-ACLR between January 2014 and December 2019 and screw removal after the index ACLR in our hospital were included in this retrospective case-control study. The manual pivot-shift test was performed under general anesthesia during screw removal surgery, and patients with grade 1 or higher pivot-shift were classified as the positive pivot-shift group, and those with grade 0 were defined as the negative pivot-shift group. Univariate and logistic regression analyses were performed to identify the factors associated with postoperative residual pivot-shift. Assessment included sex, age, time to surgery, preoperative Tegner activity scale, preoperative pivot-shift grade, preoperative anterior tibial translation by the KT-2000 arthrometer measurement, meniscus injury and its surgical procedure, knee hyperextension, cartilage damage, Segond fracture, medial and lateral posterior tibial slope, lateral-medial slope asymmetry, participation in pivoting sport/activity at the time of injury, and return to sports at postoperative one year line. RESULTS Postoperative positive pivot-shift was observed in 14 (8.5%) of 164 patients. The KT-2000 measurement at 1-year postoperatively was significantly higher in the residual pivot-shift-positive group than in the negative group (P < 0.05). Logistic regression analysis revealed that age of patients < 20 years [P < 0.05, odds ratio (OR): 6.1)], preoperative pivot-shift grade (P < 0.05, OR: 4.4), and hyperextended knee (P < 0.05, OR: 11.8) were risk factors of postoperative pivot-shift. There were no statistically significant differences between other variables. CONCLUSIONS Patients < 20 years of age, with high-grade preoperative pivot-shift, or hyperextended knees had a higher risk of residual postoperative pivot-shift.
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- Kohei Kamada
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0017, Japan.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0017, Japan
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Haase L, Nelson G, Raji Y, Brown M, Karns M, Voos J, Calcei JG. Patients With Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture and Ipsilateral Segond Fractures Have High Rates of Concurrent Knee Pathology. Arthrosc Sports Med Rehabil 2023; 5:e375-e379. [PMID: 37101873 PMCID: PMC10123414 DOI: 10.1016/j.asmr.2023.01.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2022] [Accepted: 01/04/2023] [Indexed: 02/13/2023] Open
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Purpose The purpose of this study was to determine the rates of concomitant knee pathology in patients with ACL injuries and Segond fractures. Methods A retrospective study is undertaken with patients identified via query of CPT codes for ACL reconstruction from 2014 to 2020. All patients with preoperative radiographs were reviewed for the presence of Segond fractures. Operative reports were analyzed for the presence of concurrent pathology, including meniscus, cartilage, and other ligamentous injuries at the time of arthroscopic ACL reconstruction. Results A total of 1,058 patients were included in the study. Segond fractures were identified in 50 (4.7%) patients. Ipsilateral concomitant knee pathology was identified in 84% of Segond patients. Thirty-eight (76%) patients had meniscal pathology with a total 49 meniscal injuries, of which 43 were treated operatively. Multiligamentous injuries were present in 16 patients (32%), with 8 patients undergoing further ligament repair/reconstruction at the time of surgery. Chondral injuries were identified in 13 patients (26%). Conclusions A high prevalence of concomitant meniscal, chondral, and ligamentous injuries was found in patients with Segond fractures. These additional injuries may require further operative management and may place patients at increased risk for future instability or degenerative changes. Patients with Segond fractures should be counseled preoperatively on the nature of their injuries and risk of associated pathologies. Level of Evidence Level IV, prognostic case series.
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- Lucas Haase
- Address correspondence to Lucas Haase, M.D., University Hospitals of Cleveland, 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH, 44106, U.S.A.
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Muccioli GMM, Rinaldi VG, Zappia M, Lullini G, Bignozzi S, Zaffagnini S, Trinchese GF. Minimally invasive anatomic reconstruction of the anterolateral ligament with ipsilateral gracilis tendon: a kinematic in-vitro study. J Exp Orthop 2022; 9:107. [PMID: 36271953 PMCID: PMC9588119 DOI: 10.1186/s40634-022-00543-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2022] [Accepted: 10/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Purpose The anterolateral ligament (ALL) has been defined as a key stabilizer of internal tibial rotation at 35° or more of knee flexion, with a minimal primary or secondary stabilizing role in the AP direction. This study aimed to demonstrate that anatomical reconstruction of the ALL confers rotational stability equal to that of the uninjured knee. Hypothesis: anteroposterior (AP) and rotatory laxity will significantly vary after ALL tenotomy and ALL reconstruction with the author’s previously described technique. Methods After ultrasound (US) ALL identification, different kinematic measurements were performed with an image-less Computer-Assisted Navigation System with dedicated software for Laxity Analysis in 5 knee specimens. Anteroposterior (AP) translations and varus/valgus (VV) and Internal-External (IE) rotations were evaluated by two trained orthopedic surgeons before ALL section, after ALL section, and after ALL anatomical reconstruction with doubled ipsilateral autologous gracilis tendon. Results ALL resection significantly increased laxity in IE rotations with knee 90° flexed (IE90) and AP translation with tibia internally rotated and the knee 30° flexed (APlat) (p < 0.05). ALL reconstruction significantly reduced laxity in IE90 and APlat (p < 0.05) and reduced VV rotations at 30° of flexion (VV30) (p < 0.05). There were no statistically significant elongation differences between native ALL and reconstructed ALL (graft) during laxity tests. The inter-operator repeatability of the tests was excellent for each measurement. Conclusions ALL acted as an important internal tibial rotation restrain at 90° and a significant (secondary) AP stabilizer at 30° of knee flexion. The presented ALL reconstruction technique significantly restored the increase of knee laxity produced by the ALL section. Scientific level Case-Controlled Laboratory Study, Level III.
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- Giulio Maria Marcheggiani Muccioli
- II Clinica Ortopedica e Traumatologica, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy. .,DIBINEM University of Bologna, via di Barbiano, 1/10 - c/o Lab Biomeccanica ed Innovazione Tecnologica, 40136, Bologna, Italy.
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- II Clinica Ortopedica e Traumatologica, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Health Science, University of Molise, Campobasso, Italy.,Department of Radiology, Varelli Insitute, Naples, Italy
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- DIBINEM University of Bologna, via di Barbiano, 1/10 - c/o Lab Biomeccanica ed Innovazione Tecnologica, 40136, Bologna, Italy.,U.O.C. Medicina Riabilitativa e Neuroriabilitazione, IRCCS Istituto delle Scienze Neurologiche di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- II Clinica Ortopedica e Traumatologica, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy.,DIBINEM University of Bologna, via di Barbiano, 1/10 - c/o Lab Biomeccanica ed Innovazione Tecnologica, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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Watanabe S, Nagai K, Hoshino Y, Kataoka K, Nakanishi Y, Araki D, Kanzaki N, Matsushita T, Kuroda R. Influence of Injury to the Kaplan Fibers of the Iliotibial Band on Anterolateral Rotatory Knee Laxity in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury: A Retrospective Cohort Study. Am J Sports Med 2022; 50:3265-3272. [PMID: 35993529 DOI: 10.1177/03635465221116097] [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] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Biomechanical cadaveric studies have shown that Kaplan fibers (KFs) of the iliotibial band play a role in controlling anterolateral rotatory knee laxity in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. However, in the clinical setting, the contribution of injury to KFs on anterolateral rotatory laxity remains unclear. PURPOSE To use magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans to detect concomitant KF injury in ACL-injured knees and to then examine the effect of KF injury on anterolateral rotatory laxity as measured by the pivot-shift test in a clinical setting. STUDY DESIGN Cross-sectional study; Level of evidence, 3. METHODS The study enrolled 91 patients with primary ACL tears (mean age 25 ± 11 years; 46 male and 45 female) whose MRI was conducted within 90 days after injury. KF injury was assessed by MRI according to previously reported criteria, and the patients were allocated to a KF injury group and a no-KF injury group. At the time of ACL reconstruction, the pivot-shift test was performed with the patient under anesthesia and quantitatively evaluated by tibial acceleration using an electromagnetic measurement system. Manual grading of the pivot-shift test was assessed according to guidelines of the International Knee Documentation Committee. The data were statistically compared between the 2 groups using Mann-Whitney U test and Fisher exact test (P < .05). RESULTS KFs were identified in 85 patients (93.4%), and KF injury was detected in 20 of the 85 patients (23.5%). No significant differences were observed between the KF injury group (n = 20) and the no-KF injury group (n = 65) in demographic characteristics, the period from injury to MRI (8.0 ± 14.0 days vs 8.9 ± 12.1 days, respectively), the rate of meniscal injury (50.0% vs 53.8%), or the rate of anterolateral ligament injury (45.0% vs 44.6%). Regarding the pivot-shift test, no significant differences were observed in tibial acceleration (1.2 m/s2 [interquartile range, 0.5-2.1 m/s2] vs 1.0 m/s2 [interquartile range, 0.6-1.7 m/s2], respectively) or manual grading between the 2 groups. CONCLUSION Concomitant KF injury did not significantly affect the pivot-shift phenomenon in acute ACL-injured knees. The findings suggest that the contribution of KF injury to anterolateral rotatory knee laxity may be limited in the clinical setting.
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- Shu Watanabe
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe, Japan
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Haase L, Magister S, Nelson G, Raji Y, Calcei J, Voos J, Karns M. Ipsilateral ACL injured patients with Segond fractures demonstrate increased posterior tibial slope. Knee 2022; 38:76-81. [PMID: 35930896 DOI: 10.1016/j.knee.2022.07.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2021] [Revised: 03/26/2022] [Accepted: 07/15/2022] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND The anterolateral complex has been demonstrated to assist with rotational stability and prevention of anterior tibial translation during the pivot shift. In this study the Segond fracture is used as a surrogate for an anterolateral complex injury to determine if there is an association between Segond fracture and increased posterior tibial slope. METHODS Patients' charts and radiographs were analyzed retrospectively for the presence of Segond fractures on injury radiographs. These patients, the Segond cohort, were then age and gender matched to a control cohort. Demographic as well MRI measurements of medial and lateral posterior tibial slope and lateral-to-medial slope asymmetry were collected for each cohort. Secondary outcome of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction failure data was also collected. RESULTS The Segond group demonstrated a statistically significantly greater lateral posterior tibial slope (8.42° versus 6.55°, P = 0.003) as well as medial posterior tibial slope (6.57° versus 5.34° degrees, P = 0.045). There was no significant differences between lateral-to-medial asymmetry (2.18°versus 1.83°, P = 0.246). CONCLUSION Patients with Segond fractures at the time of anterior cruciate ligament injury have increased medial and lateral posterior tibial slope. This may relate to increased rotational and translational instability associated with anterolateral complex injuries. Surgeons treating these patient may use this information to counsel their patients on the risks of associated pathology at the time of arthroscopy such as lateral meniscal posterior root tears.
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- Lucas Haase
- University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH, USA.
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- University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH, USA
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Windhofer CM, Orthner E, Bürger HK. Vascularized osteochondral free flaps from the femoral trochlea as versatile procedure for reconstruction of osteochondral lesions of the talus. Foot Ankle Surg 2022; 28:935-943. [PMID: 35065852 DOI: 10.1016/j.fas.2022.01.002] [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: 08/27/2021] [Revised: 12/10/2021] [Accepted: 01/08/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Osteochondral lesions of the talus (OLT) are defects affecting the articular cartilage as well as the subchondral bone, on the lateral shoulder possibly associated with trauma. This study presents the results of reconstructing OLT using vascularized osteochondral flaps from the femoral trochlea. METHODS We treated 19 patients with osteochondral talar shoulder defects, using osteochondral flaps from the medial (MFT) or lateral (LFT) femoral trochlea. Functional outcome was evaluated by clinical investigation, visual analogue scale (VAS, 0-10), American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society-Ankle and Hindfoot Scale (AOFAS, 0-100) and The Foot and Ankle Disability Index (FADI, 0-104). Radiographic postoperative follow-up was done by anterior-posterior and lateral X-rays and union of the transferred osteochondral flaps was documented by CT scans. RESULTS The osteochondral flaps fused in all of the 19 cases. After a median follow-up of 45.5 months, the patients showed an average FADI of 94.9 and AOFAS-Ankle and Hindfoot Scale of 91.2. All of them were walking free and normal. Subjective median satisfaction was 1.3 in a scale from 1 to 5. CONCLUSION Vascularized transfer of osteochondral flaps from the femoral trochlea is a reliable treatment option for symptomatic OLT of the medial and lateral talar edge. LEVEL OF CLINICAL EVIDENCE Therapeutic IV.
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- Christian M Windhofer
- Trauma Department, AUVA Unfallkrankenhaus, Salzburg, Dr. Franz-Rehrl-Platz 5, A-5010 Salzburg, Austria; Ludwig-Boltzmann-Institute for Experimental and Clinical Traumatology in AUVA Trauma Research Center, Donaueschingenstrasse 13, A-1200 Wien, Austria.
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- Fußzentrum Wels, Vogelweiderstraße 3b, A-4600 Wels, Austria.
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- Privat Hospital Maria Hilf, Radetzkystrasse 35, A-9020 Klagenfurt, Austria.
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Influence of Bone Morphology on In Vivo Tibio-Femoral Kinematics in Healthy Knees during Gait Activities. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11175082. [PMID: 36079016 PMCID: PMC9457019 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11175082] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2022] [Revised: 08/25/2022] [Accepted: 08/29/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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An improved understanding of the relationships between bone morphology and in vivo tibio-femoral kinematics potentially enhances functional outcomes in patients with knee disorders. The aim of this study was to quantify the influence of femoral and tibial bony morphology on tibio-femoral kinematics throughout complete gait cycles in healthy subjects. Twenty-six volunteers underwent clinical examination, radiographic assessment, and dynamic video-fluoroscopy during level walking, downhill walking, and stair descent. Femoral computer-tomography (CT) measurements included medial condylar (MC) and lateral condylar (LC) width, MC and LC flexion circle, and lateral femoral condyle index (LFCI). Tibial CT measurements included both medial (MTP) and lateral tibial plateau (LTP) slopes, depths, lengths, and widths. The influence of bony morphology on tibial internal/external rotation and anteroposterior (AP)-translation of the lateral and medial compartments were analyzed in a multiple regression model. An increase in tibial internal/external rotation could be demonstrated with decreasing MC width β: −0.30 (95% CI: −0.58 to −0.03) (p = 0.03) during the loaded stance phase of level walking. An increased lateral AP-translation occurred with both a smaller LC flexion circle β: −0.16 (95% CI: −0.28 to −0.05) (p = 0.007) and a deeper MTP β: 0.90 (95% CI: 0.23 to 1.56) (p = 0.01) during the loaded stance phase of level walking. The identified relationship between in vivo tibio-femoral kinematics and bone morphology supports a customized approach and individual assessment of these factors in patients with knee disorders and potentially enhances functional outcomes in anterior cruciate ligament injuries and total knee arthroplasty.
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Chalidis B, Pitsilos C, Kitridis D, Givissis P. Graft choices for anterolateral ligament knee reconstruction surgery: Current concepts. World J Clin Cases 2022; 10:8463-8473. [PMID: 36157796 PMCID: PMC9453348 DOI: 10.12998/wjcc.v10.i24.8463] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2022] [Revised: 06/26/2022] [Accepted: 07/17/2022] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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The anterolateral ligament (ALL) is a primary structure of the anterolateral complex of the knee that contributes to internal rotational stability of the joint. Injury of the ALL is commonly associated with rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament. If left untreated, ALL lesions may lead to residual anterolateral rotational instability of the knee after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, which is a common cause of anterior cruciate ligament graft failure. The function of the ALL can be restored by lateral extraarticular tenodesis or anterolateral ligament reconstruction (ALLR). In the lateral extraarticular tenodesis procedure, a strip of the iliotibial band is placed in a non-anatomical position to restrain the internal rotation of the tibia, while in ALLR, a free graft is fixed at the insertion points of the native ALL. Gracilis and semitendinosus grafts have mainly been utilized for ALLR, but other autografts have also been suggested. Furthermore, allografts and synthetic grafts have been applied to minimize donor-site morbidity and maximize the size and strength of the graft. Nevertheless, there has been no strong evidence to fully support one method over another thus far. The present review presents a detailed description of the graft choices for ALLR and the current literature available in regard to the effectiveness and outcomes of published surgical techniques.
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- Byron Chalidis
- 1st Orthopaedic Department, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, School of Medicine, Thessaloniki 57010, Greece
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- 2nd Orthopaedic Department, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, School of Medicine, Thessaloniki 54635, Greece
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- 1st Orthopaedic Department, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, School of Medicine, Thessaloniki 57010, Greece
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- 1st Orthopaedic Department, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, School of Medicine, Thessaloniki 57010, Greece
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Mogos Ș, Antonescu D, Stoica IC, D'Ambrosi R. Superior rotational stability and lower re-ruptures rate after combined anterolateral and anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction compared to isolated anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a 2-year prospective randomized clinical trial. PHYSICIAN SPORTSMED 2022:1-8. [PMID: 35968574 DOI: 10.1080/00913847.2022.2112914] [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] [Indexed: 10/15/2022]
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PURPOSE The purpose of the current prospective randomized clinical trial (RCT) was to compare the clinical outcomes of combined anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and anterolateral ligament (ALL) reconstruction with those of isolated ACL reconstruction and evaluate the re-rupture rate between the two study groups. METHODS This prospective RCT included 58 patients (43 men and 15 women) who underwent ACL reconstruction, either isolated (Group I: 26 patients) or combined with the ALL reconstruction (Group II: 32 patients). Preoperatively, the two groups differed in age and rate of medial meniscal injuries. The patients were evaluated preoperatively and postoperatively during the time points corresponding to 6 (T1) weeks, 12 (T2) weeks, 6 (T3) months, 12 (T4) months, and 24 (T5) months. The evaluation included the clinical examination (comprising Lachman test, Pivot Shift test, Range of Motion, and Rolimeter differential anterior laxity), the objective clinical score (Objective IKDC [The International Knee Documentation Committee] score), and the subjective clinical scores (comprising Subjective IKDC score, Lysholm score, and Tegner activity score). The postoperative complications of all the patients were recorded. RESULTS Both the groups reported a significant improvement in clinical scores during the final follow-up as compared to the preoperative value (p < 0.05). The only differences between the two groups were observed with respect to the pivot shift test during each follow-up, wherein more patients from group I reported a pivot shift test grade I as compared to group II (p < 0.05). Three patients from group I reported a re-rupture of the operated knee, whereas no patients from group II reported new ruptures (p = 0.041). CONCLUSIONS Combined ACL and ALL reconstruction has proven to be more effective in obtaining a high grade of rotational knee stability during mid-term follow-up as compared to isolated ACL reconstruction along with a significantly lower rate of re-ruptures. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level I: Randomized Clinical Trial. REGISTRATION researchregistry5873: www.researchregistry.com.
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- University of Medicine and Pharmacy Carol Davila Bucharest, Bucuresti, Romania
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- Foișor Orthopaedics Hospital Bucharest, Romania.,University of Medicine and Pharmacy Carol Davila Bucharest, Bucuresti, Romania
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Milan, Italy.,Dipartimento di Scienze Biomediche per la Salute, Universit' degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy
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Marshall DC, Silva FD, Goldenberg BT, Quintero D, Baraga MG, Jose J. Imaging Findings of Complications After Lateral Extra-Articular Tenodesis of the Knee: A Current Concepts Review. Orthop J Sports Med 2022; 10:23259671221114820. [PMID: 36062159 PMCID: PMC9434692 DOI: 10.1177/23259671221114820] [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: 02/11/2022] [Accepted: 05/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Background Despite successful anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, many patients continue to experience persistent anterolateral rotatory instability. Lateral extra-articular tenodesis (LET) is used to address this instability by harvesting a portion of the iliotibial band, passing it underneath the fibular collateral ligament, and attaching it just proximal and posterior to the lateral femoral epicondyle. Based on the most recent clinical evidence, the addition of LET to ACL reconstruction improves clinical outcomes, which has led to an increase in the use of this technique. Purpose To provide an overview of the postoperative complications of the LET procedure and their associated imaging findings, with a focus on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Study Design Narrative review. Methods In this scoping review, the authors reviewed available radiographic, computed tomography, and MRI scans of patients who experienced postoperative complications after ACL reconstruction with LET, in which the complication was determined to be from the LET procedure. Images were reviewed and subsequently described by an on-staff musculoskeletal radiologist. Results The authors found 9 different complications associated with LET: graft failure, hematoma, infection, chronic pain, tunnel convergence, fixation device migration, muscular hernia, peroneal nerve palsy, and knee stiffness. They supplemented these findings with radiographic evidence from 6 patients. Conclusion As extra-articular reconstruction techniques including LET become more popular among orthopaedic surgeons, it is important that radiologists and surgeons be adept at recognizing the normal imaging findings of LET and associated complications.
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- Danielle C. Marshall
- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Miami/Jackson Memorial
Hospital, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Grupo Osteomuscular, Fleury Medicine e
Saúde, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Miami/Jackson Memorial
Hospital, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Miami/Jackson Memorial
Hospital, Miami, Florida, USA
- Department of Radiology, University of Miami/Jackson Memorial
Hospital, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Miami/Jackson Memorial
Hospital, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Radiology, University of Miami/Jackson Memorial
Hospital, Miami, Florida, USA
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Li J, Xue C, Wang H, Dong S, Yang Z, Cao Y, Zhao B, Cheng B, Xie X, Mo X, Jiang W, Yuan H, Pan J. Hybrid Nanofibrous Composites with Anisotropic Mechanics and Architecture for Tendon/Ligament Repair and Regeneration. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2022; 18:e2201147. [PMID: 35686342 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202201147] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2022] [Revised: 05/12/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Rupture of tendons and ligaments (T/L) is a major clinical challenge due to T/L possess anisotropic mechanical properties and hierarchical structures. Here, to imitate these characteristics, an approach is presented by fabricating hybrid nanofibrous composites. First, hybrid fiber-reinforced yarns are fabricated via successively electrospinning poly(L-lactide-co-ε-caprolactone) (PLCL) and gelatin (Ge) nanofibers onto polyethylene terephthalate (PET) fibers to improve biodurability and biocompatibility. Then, by comparing different manufacturing methods, the knitted structure succeeds in simulating anisotropic mechanical properties, even being stronger than natural ligaments, and possessing comfort compliance superior to clinically used ligament advanced reinforcement system (LARS) ligament. Moreover, after inoculation with tendon-derived stem cells and transplantation in vivo, hybrid nanofibrous composites are integrated with native tendons to guide surrounding tissue ingrowth due to the highly interconnected and porous structure. The knitted hybrid nanofibrous composites are also ligamentized and remodeled in vivo to promote tendon regeneration. Specifically, after the use of optimized anisotropic hybrid nanofibrous composites to repair tendon, the deposition of tendon-associated extracellular matrix proteins is more significant. Thus, this study indicates a strategy of manufacturing anisotropic hybrid nanofibrous composites with superior mechanical properties and good histocompatibility for clinical reconstruction.
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- Jun Li
- Department of Orthopedics, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200072, P. R. China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200072, P. R. China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400010, P. R. China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, 77030, USA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, 77030, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University, Shanghai, 200233, P. R. China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200072, P. R. China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200072, P. R. China
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- School of Pharmacy, Key Laboratory of Prescription Effect and Clinical Evaluation of State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine of China, Binzhou Medical University, Yantai, 264003, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials, Donghua University, Shanghai, 201620, P. R. China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, 77030, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University, Shanghai, 200233, P. R. China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200072, P. R. China
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Anatomy, Biomechanics, and Reconstruction of the Anterolateral Ligament of the Knee Joint. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2022; 58:medicina58060786. [PMID: 35744048 PMCID: PMC9228568 DOI: 10.3390/medicina58060786] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2022] [Revised: 06/06/2022] [Accepted: 06/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Despite remarkable advances in the clinical outcomes after anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions (ACLRs), residual rotational instability of the knee joint remains a major concern. Since the anterolateral ligament (ALL) on the knee joint has been “rediscovered”, the role of anterolateral structures, including ALL and deep iliotibial band, as secondary stabilizers of anterolateral rotatory instability has gained interest. This interest has led to the resurgence of anterolateral procedures combined with ACLRs to restore rotational stability in patients with anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) deficiencies. However, the difference in concepts between anterolateral ligament reconstructions (ALLRs) as anatomical reconstruction and lateral extra-articular tenodesis (LETs) as non-anatomical reinforcement has been conflicting in present literature. This study aimed to review the anatomy and biomechanics of anterolateral structures, surgical techniques, and the clinical outcomes of anterolateral procedures, including LET and ALLR, in patients with ACL deficiencies.
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Evaluation of anterior cruciate ligament surgical reconstruction through finite element analysis. Sci Rep 2022; 12:8044. [PMID: 35577879 PMCID: PMC9110399 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-11601-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2021] [Accepted: 04/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear is one of the most common knee injuries. The ACL reconstruction surgery aims to restore healthy knee function by replacing the injured ligament with a graft. Proper selection of the optimal surgery parameters is a complex task. To this end, we developed an automated modeling framework that accepts subject-specific geometries and produces finite element knee models incorporating different surgical techniques. Initially, we developed a reference model of the intact knee, validated with data provided by the Open Knee(s) project. This helped us evaluate the effectiveness of estimating ligament stiffness directly from MRI. Next, we performed a plethora of “what-if” simulations, comparing responses with the reference model. We found that (a) increasing graft pretension and radius reduces relative knee displacement, (b) the correlation of graft radius and tension should not be neglected, (c) graft fixation angle of 20\documentclass[12pt]{minimal}
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Ahn JH, Koh IJ, McGarry MH, Patel NA, Lin CC, Lee TQ. Synergistic effect of the anterolateral ligament and capsule injuries on the knee laxity in anterior cruciate ligament injured knees: A cadaveric study. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res 2022; 108:103224. [PMID: 35104628 DOI: 10.1016/j.otsr.2022.103224] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2020] [Revised: 01/03/2021] [Accepted: 11/29/2021] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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INTRODUCTION There is much controversy about the practical role of the anterolateral ligament (ALL) and its relation to other anterolateral knee structures including the anterolateral capsule (ALC) and iliotibial band (ITB). The purpose of this cadaveric study was to investigate the effect of the ALL and ALC injuries on knee laxity with the iliotibial band (ITB) preserved in the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)-injured knee. HYPOTHESIS The ALL and ALC would contribute to knee joint stability during anterior translation and internal rotation of the tibia in an ACL-injured knee. MATERIAL AND METHODS For 10 fresh-frozen cadaveric knees, we measured knee laxity with the following state of knee injuries with ITB preserved: (1) intact knee, (2) ACL-sectioned knee (ACL-), (3) additional sectioning of the ALL (ACL-/ALL-), and (4) additional sectioning of the ALC (ACL-/ALL-/ALC-). We did biomechanical measurements in internal-external rotation, anterior-posterior translation, and varus-valgus angulation for each condition at knee flexion angles of 0°, 30°, 60°, and 90°. RESULTS After we sectioned the ALL (ACL-/ALL-), the mean IR at 0°, 30°, 60°, and 90° of knee flexion were significantly increased, compared to the intact knee (p=<0.001, <0.001, <0.001, and 0.002) and ACL- (p=<0.001, <0.001, <0.001, and 0.002). The additional transection of the ALC (ACL-/ALL-/ALC-) significantly increased IR laxity from the ACL-/ALL- at 30°, 60°, and 90° (p=0.005, 0.003, and 0.047). For anterior laxity, ACL-/ALL- resulted in significantly increased anterior laxity from the ACL- at 30° and 60° (p=0.003 and 0.019), and ACL-/ALL-/ALC- significantly increased anterior laxity even from the ACL-/ALL- at 30° and 60° (p=0.007 and 0.011). For varus laxity, ACL-/ALL- resulted in significantly increased varus laxity from both the intact knee and ACL- at 60° (p=0.004 and 0.007) and 90° (p=<0.001 and<0.001). ACL-/ALL-/ALC- resulted in significantly increased varus from ACL-/ALL- at 60° and 90° (p=<0.001 and 0.003). CONCLUSION The anterolateral ligament and anterolateral capsule injuries in ACL-injured knees even with ITB preserved had a synergistic effect on knee laxity in the aspects of internal rotation, anterior translation, and varus angulation. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE II, Controlled laboratory study.
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- Ji Hyun Ahn
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dongguk University Ilsan Hospital, 814 Siksadong, Ilsandonggu, Goyangsi, Gyeonggido, 411-773, South Korea.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Eunpyeong St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, South Korea
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- Orthopaedic Biomechanics Laboratory, Congress Medical Foundation, Pasadena, CA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, Irvine, CA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, New York, NY, USA
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- Orthopaedic Biomechanics Laboratory, Congress Medical Foundation, Pasadena, CA, USA
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Key Surgically Relevant Anatomy of the Medial and Lateral Aspects of the Knee. OPER TECHN SPORT MED 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.otsm.2022.150908] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Castoldi M, Cavaignac M, Marot V, Reina N, Mouarbes D, Berard E, Cavaignac E. Femoral Positioning of the Anterolateral Ligament Graft With and Without Ultrasound Location of the Lateral Epicondyle. Am J Sports Med 2022; 50:415-422. [PMID: 34846220 DOI: 10.1177/03635465211061137] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [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 anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction with anterolateral ligament (ALL) reconstruction, precise positioning of the ALL graft on the femur and tibia is key to achieve rotational control. The lateral femoral epicondyle is often used as a reference point for positioning of the ALL graft and can be located by palpation or with ultrasound guidance. PURPOSE To compare the ALL graft positioning on the femoral side between an ultrasound-guided technique and a palpation technique for the location of the lateral epicondyle. STUDY DESIGN Cohort study; Level of evidence, 2. METHODS A total of 120 patients receiving a primary combined ACL and ALL reconstruction between June and December 2019 were included. The location of the lateral epicondyle was determined by palpation in the palpation group (n = 60) and with preoperative ultrasound guidance in the ultrasound group (n = 60). Groups were comparable in age, sex, body mass index (BMI), and operated side. The planned positioning of the femoral ALL graft was proximal and posterior to the lateral epicondyle. The effective positioning of the femoral ALL graft was evaluated on postoperative lateral radiographs. The primary outcome was location of the graft in a 10-mm quadrant posterior and proximal to the lateral epicondyle. Results were analyzed in 2 subgroups according to BMI. RESULTS All 60 anterolateral grafts (100%) in the ultrasound group were positioned in a 10-mm quadrant posterior and proximal to the lateral epicondyle, as opposed to 52 (87%) in the palpation group (P = .006). Errors in graft positioning with palpation occurred in overweight patients (BMI >25) as well as nonoverweight patients (P = .3). CONCLUSION Femoral positioning of the ALL graft posterior and proximal to the lateral epicondyle is more reproducible with ultrasound guidance when compared with palpation alone, regardless of BMI.
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- Marie Castoldi
- Institut Universitaire Locomoteur et du Sport, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Centre Hospitalo-Universitaire de Nice, Nice, France
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Trauma, Pierre-Paul Riquet Hospital, Toulouse, France
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Trauma, Pierre-Paul Riquet Hospital, Toulouse, France.,I2R: Institut de Recherche Riquet, Toulouse, France
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Trauma, Pierre-Paul Riquet Hospital, Toulouse, France
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- Department of Epidemiology, Health Economics and Public Health, UMR 1027 INSERM-University of Toulouse III, Toulouse University Hospital, Toulouse, France
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Trauma, Pierre-Paul Riquet Hospital, Toulouse, France.,I2R: Institut de Recherche Riquet, Toulouse, France
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Moreno Mateo F, Perea SH, Green DW. Lateral-extra articular tenodesis vs. anterolateral ligament reconstruction in skeletally immature patients undergoing anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Curr Opin Pediatr 2022; 34:71-75. [PMID: 34845153 DOI: 10.1097/mop.0000000000001084] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW The aim of this study was to review the most recent available evidence about lateral-extra articular tenodesis (LET) and anterolateral ligament (ALL) reconstruction in young patients treated for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. RECENT FINDINGS The ALL of the knee acts as a secondary stabilizer of the knee preventing anterior translation and internal rotation. In vitro and in vivo biomechanical studies as well as prospective clinical trials have shown the importance of the ALL in knee biomechanics. The ALL injury has a synergetic impact on the knee stability in patients with acute ACL injury. ALL augmentation of ACL provides reduction of knee instability and graft failure and higher return to sport rates in high-risk patients. It has not been demonstrated that extra-articular procedures increase the risk of knee osteoarthritis secondary to knee over-constriction. Both Iliotibial band (ITB) ALL reconstruction and modified Lemaire LET have been shown safe and effective. Minimal biomechanical or clinical differences have been found between the two reconstruction methods. SUMMARY Young patients with ACL tears and risk factors such as laxity or pivot shift willing to return to sports may benefit from ALL augmentation. Therefore, it is essential to identify these high-risk patients to individualize treatment.
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- Fernando Moreno Mateo
- Division of Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York, USA
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Zhang ZY, Wang C, Maimaitimin M, Huang HJ, Pan XY, Maimaitijiang P, He ZY, Wang XW, Zhang X, Wang JQ. Anterior and rotational tibial subluxation in the setting of anterior cruciate ligament injuries: An MRI analysis. Knee 2021; 33:365-373. [PMID: 34753026 DOI: 10.1016/j.knee.2021.10.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2021] [Revised: 08/10/2021] [Accepted: 10/11/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND The relationship between preoperative tibiofemoral position and failure of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction has been widely discussed. Most established methods for measuring tibiofemoral position on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) mainly focus on anterior tibial subluxation (ATS), while a quantitative measuring method for rotational tibial subluxation (RTS) is still undetermined. Moreover, there are still controversies about the related factors for ATS. The aim of this study was to quantitatively describe preoperative ATS and RTS in ACL-injured and ACL-intact knees and identify the related factors for ATS and RTS based on MRI images. METHODS Demographic data and preoperative MRIs of 104 ACL-injured patients were retrospectively analyzed. ACL-intact knees were 1:1 matched as control group. ATS was measured using longitudinal tibial axis, and RTS was determined by the difference between lateral and medial ATS. Related factors for ATS and RTS were examined. RESULTS Increased lateral ATS (P < 0.0001), medial ATS (P < 0.0001) and RTS (P = 0.0479) were observed in ACL-injured knees compared with the control group. Increased posterior tibial slope (PTS), Beighton Score ≥ 4, presence of meniscal injury and long injury-to-MRI time were identified as being correlated with the increase of ATS. Factors for the increase of RTS were increased lateral PTS, Beighton score ≥ 4, presence of lateral meniscal injury, and left side. CONCLUSIONS In ACL-injured knees, tibia not only subluxated anteriorly in both lateral and medial compartments, but also rotated internally. During preoperative planning, attentions should be paid to the factors that are correlated with altered tibiofemoral position.
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- Zhi-Yu Zhang
- Department of Sports Medicine, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Sports Medicine of Peking University, Beijing, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Sports Injuries, Beijing, China; Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Sports Medicine of Peking University, Beijing, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Sports Injuries, Beijing, China; Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Sports Medicine of Peking University, Beijing, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Sports Injuries, Beijing, China; Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Sports Medicine of Peking University, Beijing, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Sports Injuries, Beijing, China; Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Sports Medicine of Peking University, Beijing, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Sports Injuries, Beijing, China; Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Sports Medicine of Peking University, Beijing, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Sports Injuries, Beijing, China; Department of Sports Medicine, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Sports Medicine of Peking University, Beijing, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Sports Injuries, Beijing, China; Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Sports Medicine of Peking University, Beijing, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Sports Injuries, Beijing, China; Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Sports Medicine of Peking University, Beijing, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Sports Injuries, Beijing, China; Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing, China.
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Sports Medicine of Peking University, Beijing, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Sports Injuries, Beijing, China; Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing, China.
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Takahashi T, Watanabe S, Ito T. Current and future of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction techniques. World J Meta-Anal 2021; 9:411-437. [DOI: 10.13105/wjma.v9.i5.411] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2021] [Revised: 08/09/2021] [Accepted: 10/25/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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In recent years, anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction has generally yielded favorable outcomes. However, ACL reconstruction has not provided satisfactory results in terms of the rate of returning to sports and prevention of osteoarthritis (OA) progression. In this paper, we outline current techniques for ACL reconstruction such as graft materials, double-bundle or single-bundle reconstruction, femoral tunnel drilling, all-inside technique, graft fixation, preservation of remnant, anterolateral ligament reconstruction, ACL repair, revision surgery, treatment for ACL injury with OA and problems, and discuss expected future trends. To enable many more orthopedic surgeons to achieve excellent ACL reconstruction outcomes with less invasive surgery, further studies aimed at improving surgical techniques are warranted. Further development of biological augmentation and robotic surgery technologies for ACL reconstruction is also required.
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- Toshiaki Takahashi
- Department of Sports and Health Science, Ehime University, Matsuyama 790-8577, Ehime, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Ehime University Graduate School of Medicine, Toon 791-0295, Ehime, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Murakami Memorial Hospital, Saijo 793-0030, Ehime, Japan
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Interlinked Hamstrings for Combined Anterolateral and Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Novel Technique for ALL. Indian J Orthop 2021; 56:621-627. [PMID: 35342523 PMCID: PMC8921427 DOI: 10.1007/s43465-021-00551-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2021] [Accepted: 10/15/2021] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Anterolateral ligament (ALL) reconstruction provides rotational stability in patients undergoing anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. The aim of this study was to assess the outcome of patients who underwent combined ACL and ALL reconstruction with a novel anatomic technique using hamstring tendon autograft and fixed loop suspensory device. METHODS From 2016 to 2018, 25 patients who underwent combined reconstruction of ACL and ALL in our Institution were evaluated retrospectively. International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) Score, Tegner Lysholm Knee Score, grade of pivot shift was assessed at a final follow-up. RESULTS Mean follow-up was 31.5 months (28-42). Mean IKDC (81.5) and Tegner Lysholm (82.8) Knee Scores improved significantly at a final follow-up, with all knees demonstrating negative pivot shift. All patients had good outcomes at 2 years follow-up with no graft failure and with no residual instability. CONCLUSION ACL and ALL reconstruction using this technique described for the anterolateral instability of the knee was satisfactory in our patients. This technique is simple, easily reproducible and avoids additional implants for ALL in the tibia. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV.
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Chen J, Xu C, Cho E, Huangfu X, Zhao J. Reconstruction for Chronic ACL Tears with or without Anterolateral Structure Augmentation in Patients at High Risk for Clinical Failure: A Randomized Clinical Trial. J Bone Joint Surg Am 2021; 103:1482-1490. [PMID: 34138788 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.20.01680] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND The purpose of this trial was to determine whether anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) with anterolateral structure augmentation (ALSA) would result in better clinical outcomes in patients with a high risk of clinical failure. METHODS From February 2017 to June 2018, 120 young, active adults with chronic anterior cruciate ligament injury and high risk of clinical failure were randomized. The patients were followed for >2 years, with 5 being lost to follow-up and 1 being withdrawn from the study. Clinical characteristics, operative findings, and postoperative clinical outcomes were analyzed. RESULTS The analysis included data from 114 patients, including 95 men and 19 women with a mean age (and standard deviation) of 30.1 ± 6.7 years in the ACLR group and 30.1 ± 6.4 years in the ALSA group. The rate of clinical failure was 20.4% (11 of 54 patients) and 3.3% (2 of 60 patients) in the ACLR and ALSA groups, respectively (difference, 17.1%; 95% confidence interval [CI], 5.3% to 29.8%; p = 0.007). Significantly higher rates of return to the preinjury level of sports (48.3% versus 27.8%; difference, 20.5%; 95% CI, 2.7% to 36.6%; p = 0.024) and to a competitive level of play (63.3% versus 42.6%; difference, 22.3%; 95% CI, 4.1% to 38.8%; p = 0.027) was found in the ALSA group. CONCLUSIONS Compared with isolated ACLR, combined ACLR and ALSA resulted in a reduction in persistent rotatory laxity and higher rates of return to preinjury and competitive levels of play at 2 years of follow-up in the population studied. Our study suggests that patients with high risk of clinical failure appear to be candidates for the ALSA approach. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic Level I. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
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- Jiebo Chen
- Department of Sports Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, People's Republic of China
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Combined Anterolateral and Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Improves Pivot Shift Compared With Isolated Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. Arthroscopy 2021; 37:2677-2703. [PMID: 33864833 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2021.03.058] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2020] [Revised: 03/25/2021] [Accepted: 03/29/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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PURPOSE To perform a systematic review and meta-analysis of the literature on anterolateral ligament (ALL) reconstruction as it relates to techniques, biomechanical properties, and clinical outcomes. METHODS PubMed, OVID/Medline, and Embase were queried in July 2020. Data pertaining to (1) techniques, (2) biomechanical properties, and (3) clinical outcomes of ALL reconstruction were recorded. DerSimonian-Laird random-effects meta-analyses were performed for included randomized controlled trials comparing combined ALL/anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction and isolated ACL reconstruction. Data from lower levels of evidence were described qualitatively, and when possible, outcomes were reported as ranges to avoid inappropriate pooling of data. RESULTS A total of 46 articles were identified. Sixteen were biomechanical studies, 16 were clinical outcome studies, and 14 were technique studies. Of the 16 biomechanical studies, the majority demonstrated that anterior translation, internal rotation, and pivot shift was restored with combined ACL/ALL reconstruction and superior to ACL reconstruction alone. Ten biomechanical studies reported on constraint: 4 noted overconstraint when the femoral attachment site was proximal and posterior to the lateral femoral condyle, whereas 1 reported laxity. ACL failure rates after combined ACL/ALL reconstruction ranged between 2.7% and 11.1%. The mean postoperative Lysholm score ranged between 58.7 and 98.0; mean postoperative International Knee Documentation Committee score between 57.8 and 96.3; and mean postoperative Tegner score between 4 and 8. Six outcomes were explored through meta-analysis, of which the mean difference in Lysholm scores (2.26, P < .001) and restoration of pivot shift (relative risk 1.1, P = .046) was found to favor combined ACL/ALL reconstruction. CONCLUSIONS Although indications for ALL reconstruction remain heterogeneous, contemporary evidence suggests that ALL reconstruction improves pivot shift and confers comparable clinical and functional outcomes with isolated ACLR. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV, systematic review and meta-analysis.
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Yin J, Yang K, Zheng D, Xu N. Anatomic reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament of the knee with or without reconstruction of the anterolateral ligament: A meta-analysis. J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) 2021; 29:2309499020985195. [PMID: 33410381 DOI: 10.1177/2309499020985195] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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PURPOSE To systematically analyze the effectiveness between combined anterior cruciate ligament and anterolateral ligament reconstruction (ACL+ALLR) and isolated anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) for treatment of patients with injured ACL. METHODS We performed a systematic search in MEDLINE, EMBASE, PubMed, Web of Science, Cochrane databases, Chinese Biomedical Literature Database, CNKI, and Wanfang Data for all relevant studies. All statistical analysis was performed using Review Manager version 5.3. RESULTS A total of six articles with 460 study subjects were included, with 193 patients in ACL+ALL reconstruction group and 267 patients in ACL reconstruction group. The results of the meta-analysis showed that the ACL+ALL reconstruction group had significantly lower KT measured value (P < 0.00001), Lachman test positive-rate (P = 0.02), Pivot-shift test positive-rate (P < 0.00001) and graft rupture rate (P = 0.02) compared with the ACL reconstruction group. Higher IKDC score (P < 0.00001) and Lysholm score (P < 0.00001) were measured in ACL+ALL reconstruction group, while infection rate (P = 0.86) and other complications rate (P = 0.29) showed no significant differences between the two groups. CONCLUSIONS Anatomic reconstruction of the ACL of the knee with reconstruction of the ALL indicates better postoperative knee function and clinical outcomes compared with isolated ACL reconstruction. The infection rate and other complications rate showed no significant difference between two groups.
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- Jianjian Yin
- Department of Orthopedics, The Affiliated Changzhou No.2 People's Hospital with Nanjing Medical University, Changzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Affiliated Changzhou No.2 People's Hospital with Nanjing Medical University, Changzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Affiliated Changzhou No.2 People's Hospital with Nanjing Medical University, Changzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Affiliated Changzhou No.2 People's Hospital with Nanjing Medical University, Changzhou, China
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Ahn JH, Koh IJ, McGarry MH, Patel NA, Lin CC, Lee TQ. Double-Bundle Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction With Lateral Extra-Articular Tenodesis Is Effective in Restoring Knee Stability in a Chronic, Complex Anterior Cruciate Ligament-Injured Knee Model: A Cadaveric Biomechanical Study. Arthroscopy 2021; 37:2220-2234. [PMID: 33705893 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2021.02.041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2020] [Revised: 02/17/2021] [Accepted: 02/25/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To compare knee stability after intra-articular isolated double-bundle (DB) anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) and single-bundle (SB) and DB ACLR combined with lateral extra-articular tenodesis (LET) in a chronic, complex anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)-injured knee model. METHODS In 10 fresh-frozen cadaveric knees, we measured knee laxity in the following order: (1) intact knee; (2) ACL-sectioned knee; (3) complex ACL-injured knee model with additional sectioning of the anterolateral complex and the posterior horns of the medial and lateral menisci; (4) SB ACLR plus LET; (5) DB ACLR; and (6) DB ACLR plus LET. RESULTS In comparison with the intact knee, significantly increased internal rotation (IR) laxity persisted at 60° and 90° after DB ACLR (P = .002 and P = .003, respectively). SB ACLR plus LET and DB ACLR plus LET resulted in significant reductions in IR laxity at 90° (P = .003 and P = .037, respectively), representing overconstraint in IR. SB ACLR plus LET resulted in persistently increased external rotation (ER) laxity at 30°, 60°, and 90° (P = .001, P < .001, and P < .001, respectively). The DB ACLR condition persistently showed significant increases in anterior tibial translation laxity at 60° and 90° (P = .037 and P = .024, respectively). A greater increase in ER laxity was seen after SB ACLR plus LET versus DB ACLR plus LET at 30°, 60°, and 90° (P < .001, P < .001, and P < .001, respectively). CONCLUSIONS DB ACLR plus LET restored intact knee stability in IR, ER, and anterior tibial translation laxity at 0°, 30°, 60°, and 90° of knee flexion except for overconstraint in IR at 90° in a chronic, complex ACL-injured knee model. CLINICAL RELEVANCE This cadaveric study provides some biomechanical evidence to support performing DB ACLR combined with LET to restore knee stability after a complex, chronic knee injury involving an ACL tear combined with anterolateral complex injury and irreparable tears of the posterior horns of the medial and lateral menisci.
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- Ji Hyun Ahn
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kangbuk Samsung Hospital, School of Medicine, Sungkyunkwan University, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Eunpyeong St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Orthopaedic Biomechanics Laboratory, Congress Medical Foundation, Pasadena, California, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, Irvine, California, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, New York, New York, U.S.A
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- Orthopaedic Biomechanics Laboratory, Congress Medical Foundation, Pasadena, California, U.S.A
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Hecker A, Egli RJ, Liechti EF, Leibold CS, Klenke FM. Multiplanar reformation improves identification of the anterolateral ligament with MRI of the knee. Sci Rep 2021; 11:13216. [PMID: 34168252 PMCID: PMC8225870 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-92707-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2020] [Accepted: 06/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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The anterolateral ligament (ALL) is subject of the current debate concerning rotational stability in case of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries. Today, reliable anatomical and biomechanical evidence for its existence and course is available. Some radiologic studies claim to be able to identify the ALL on standard coronal plane MRI sections. In the experience of the authors, however, ALL identification on standard MRI sequences frequently fails and is prone to errors. The reason for this mainly lies in the fact, that the entire ALL often cannot be identified on a single MRI image. This study aimed to establish an MRI evaluation protocol improving the visualization of the ALL, using multiplanar reformation (MPR) with the goal to be able to evaluate the ALL on one MRI image. A total of 47 knee MRIs performed due to atraumatic knee pain between 2018 and 2019 without any pathology were analyzed. Identification of the ALL was performed twice by an orthopedic surgeon and a radiologist on standard coronal plane and after MPR. For the latter axial and coronal alignment was obtained with the femoral condyles as a reference. Then the coronal plane was adjusted to the course of the ALL with the lateral epicondyle as proximal reference. Visualization of the ALL was rated as “complete” (continuous ligamentous structure with a tibial and femoral insertion visible on one coronal image), “partial” (only parts of the ALL like the tibial insertion were visible) and “not visible”. The distances of its tibial insertion to the bony joint line, Gerdy’s tubercle and the tip of the fibular head were measured. On standard coronal images the ALL was fully visible in 17/47, partially visible in 27/47, and not visible in 3/47 cases. With MPR the ALL was fully visible in 44/47 and not visible in 3/47 cases. The median distance of its tibial insertion to the bony joint line, Gerdy’s tubercle and the tip of the fibular head were 9, 21 and 25 mm, respectively. The inter- (ICC: 0.612; 0.645; 0.757) and intraobserver (ICC: 0.632; 0.823; 0.857) reliability was good to excellent. Complete visualization of the ALL on a single MRI image is critical for its identification and evaluation. Applying multiplanar reformation achieved reliable full-length visualization of the ALL in 94% of cases. The described MPR technique can be applied easily and fast in clinical routine. It is a reliable tool to improve the assessment of the ALL.
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- Andreas Hecker
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland.
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- Department of Diagnostic, Interventional and Pediatric Radiology (DIPR), Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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Littlefield CP, Belk JW, Houck DA, Kraeutler MJ, LaPrade RF, Chahla J, McCarty EC. The Anterolateral Ligament of the Knee: An Updated Systematic Review of Anatomy, Biomechanics, and Clinical Outcomes. Arthroscopy 2021; 37:1654-1666. [PMID: 33340678 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2020.12.190] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2020] [Revised: 11/29/2020] [Accepted: 12/03/2020] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To perform an updated systematic review of the anatomy, biomechanics, function of the anterolateral ligament (ALL), and the clinical outcomes of anterolateral ligament reconstruction (ALLR) when performed in conjunction with anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). METHODS A systematic search of the literature was performed by searching PubMed, the Cochrane Library, and Embase with the search phrase anterolateral ligament for articles published from February 2017 to May 2020. Inclusion criteria included studies that evaluated the anatomy, function, or biomechanics of the ALL; surgical technique articles on ALLR; clinical articles reporting outcomes of ALLR; studies published in English; and full-text articles. Exclusion criteria included studies published before February 2017. A subjective synthesis was performed, in which ranges were reported, and individual study data were presented in forest plots. RESULTS Overall, 40 articles were included in this systematic review, with 11 articles describing ALL anatomy, 14 articles analyzing ALL function and biomechanics, 7 articles discussing the surgical technique of combined ACLR and ALLR (ACLR/ALLR), and 8 articles describing the clinical outcomes of ACLR/ALLR. The addition of ALLR in combination with ACLR (ACLR+) results in lower graft failure rates for ACLR/ALLR (0.0%-15.7%) when compared with isolated ACLR (I-ACLR) patients (7.4%-21.7%). Three of 5 studies using the Subjective International Knee Documentation Committee score, 2 of 5 studies using the Lysholm score, and 1 of 2 studies using the Tegner score reported significantly better scores at latest follow-up among ACLR+ patients compared with I-ACLR (P < .05). CONCLUSIONS The ALL acts as a secondary stabilizer to the anterior cruciate ligament and helps resist internal knee rotation and anterior tibial translation. Based on the current literature, combined ACLR with ALLR may result in lower graft failure rates and improved patient-reported outcomes when compared with I-ACLR in patients with specific indications, although several studies have shown equivalent outcomes between these 2 cohorts. CLINICAL RELEVANCE The contents of this review provide great insight for orthopaedic surgeons who are performing ACLR and considering additional procedures to increase overall knee stability and decrease likeliness for re-rupture. The postoperative functional and clinical outcomes shown in patients undergoing ACLR+ compared with I-ACLR should be given proper consideration when evaluating available treatment courses.
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- Connor P Littlefield
- University of Colorado School of Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics, University of Colorado, Aurora, Colorado, U.S.A
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- University of Colorado School of Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics, University of Colorado, Aurora, Colorado, U.S.A..
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- University of Colorado School of Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics, University of Colorado, Aurora, Colorado, U.S.A
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- St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Paterson, New Jersey, U.S.A
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- Division of Sports Medicine, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois, U.S.A
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- University of Colorado School of Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics, University of Colorado, Aurora, Colorado, U.S.A
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Xu J, Han K, Su W, Jiang J, Yan X, Yu J, Dong S, Zhao J. A Secondary Injury of the Anterolateral Structure Plays a Minor Role in Anterior and Anterolateral Instability of Anterior Cruciate Ligament-Deficient Knees in the Case of Functional Iliotibial Band. Arthroscopy 2021; 37:1182-1191. [PMID: 33227322 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2020.10.038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2020] [Revised: 10/24/2020] [Accepted: 10/24/2020] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To analyze the contribution of a secondary anterolateral structure (ALS) deficiency to knee instability based on anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) deficiency, in the condition of a functional iliotibial band (ITB). METHODS Nine freshly-frozen cadaveric knees were sectioned sequentially to create ACL deficiency and ACL-ALS deficiency, using intact knees before sectioning as controls. When ITB was tensioned with 30 N, 4 separate aspects of knee instability were tested as follows: anterior translation in 90 N anterior load, isolated internal rotation in 5 N·m internal rotational torque from 0° to 90° in 15° increments, and anterolateral translation and internal rotation during a simulated pivot-shift test at 0°, 15°, 30°, and 45°. The contribution of ACL deficiency alone and additional ALS deficiency to knee instability were evaluated. RESULTS The addition of an ALS lesion produced no significant exacerbation of either anterior translational or pivot shift instability in ACL-deficient knees. Additional ALS deficiency in an ACL-deficient knee resulted in a significant increase in isolated internal rotation from 45° to 90° (P = .001 at 45° and P < .001 in other cases). After sequentially sectioning, the contribution to instability of additional ALS deficiency to the entire instability in ACL-ALS-deficient knees was significantly smaller than that of ACL deficiency alone during anterior load and pivot-shift test (P < .001 in all cases), but significantly contributed more to isolated internal rotational instability at 60° (P = .011) and 90° (P = .015). CONCLUSIONS When ITB was tensioned, ALS played a minor role in controlling both anterior or pivot shift stability in ACL-deficient knees but a major role in restraining isolated internal rotation from 45° to 90°. CLINICAL RELEVANCE In the condition of functional ITB, concomitant ALS injury might not exacerbate anterior and pivot-shift instability after ACL rupture, while affecting isolated internal rotation stability at higher flexion.
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- Junjie Xu
- Department of Sports Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Knee Surgery Department of the Institute of Sports Medicine & Beijing Key Laboratory of Sports Injuries, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China.
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China.
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Anterolateral ligament reconstruction improves the clinical and functional outcomes of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction in athletes. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2021; 29:1173-1180. [PMID: 32617609 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-020-06119-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2019] [Accepted: 06/24/2020] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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PURPOSE To compare the outcomes of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction with those of combined ACL and anterolateral ligament (ALL) reconstruction in ACL-deficient knees. The objective of this study was to improve knowledge regarding the treatment of ACL-deficient knees with combined ACL and ALL reconstruction. Combined ACL and ALL reconstruction has been hypothesized to result in better clinical and functional outcomes than isolated ACL reconstruction (ACLR). METHODS One-hundred and seven adult male athletes with ACL tears and high-grade pivot shifts were randomized into two groups. Those in group A (n = 54) underwent ACLR, while those in group B (n = 53) underwent combined ACL and ALL reconstruction. The median age was 26 (18-40) and 24 (18-33) years in groups A and B, respectively, and the median follow-up was 60 (55-65) months. Physical examination findings, instrumented knee laxity tested using a KT-1000 arthrometer, and International Knee Documentation Committee Scale (IKDC) scores were used to evaluate the outcomes. RESULTS One-hundred and two patients were available for follow-up: 52 in group A and 50 in group B. Postoperatively, the pivot shift was normal in 43 (82.7%) and 48 (96%) patients in groups A and B, respectively (p < 0.001). The median instrumented knee laxity was 2.5 ± 0.7 (1.2-6.1) mm in patients in group A and 1.2 ± 0.7 (1.2-3.2) mm in patients in group B (p < 0.001). Additionally, 44 (84.6%) patients in group A had normal IKDC scores and 3 (5.8%) had nearly normal scores, while 48 (96.0%) patients in group B had normal IKDC scores and 2 (4%) had nearly normal scores (p < 0.001). CONCLUSION Combined ACL and ALL reconstruction, compared with isolated ACLR resulted in favourable clinical and functional outcomes, as demonstrated by decreased rotational instability and instrumented knee laxity, a lower graft rupture rate and better postoperative IKDC scores. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE 1.
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Ahn JH, Kim J, Mun JW. A Retrospective Comparison of Single-Bundle Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction With Lateral Extra-Articular Tenodesis With Double-Bundle Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. Arthroscopy 2021; 37:976-984. [PMID: 33188853 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2020.11.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2020] [Revised: 10/31/2020] [Accepted: 11/01/2020] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To compare postoperative objective knee stability and clinical outcomes between double-bundle (DB) anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) and single-bundle (SB) ACLR combined with lateral extra-articular tenodesis (LET). METHODS ACL-injured patients with grade 3 pivot-shift who underwent either DB ACLR (DB ACLR group) or SB ACLR with LET (SB ACLR+LET group) were enrolled. All patients who met inclusion and exclusion criteria were retrospectively evaluated for knee laxity (the anterior translation and pivot-shift grade), clinical outcomes using the International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) examination form, Kellgren-Lawrence grade, graft maturation score on second-look arthroscopy, and revision rates at the last follow-up. RESULTS From an initial cohort of 171 consecutive patients over a 3-year period, 95 (56%) met inclusion and exclusion criteria. The SB ACLR+LET group (n = 47) showed significantly better results in pivot-shift grade at the last follow-up as compared with the DB ACLR group (n = 48) (P = .021). In the SB ACLR+LET group, 93.6% (44/47) were grade 0, whereas 72.9% (35/48) in the DB ACLR group were grade 0. The SB ACLR+LET group (grade A: 42, grade B: 4 and grade C: 1) showed significantly superior results in IKDC objective grade compared with the DB ACLR group (grade A: 32; grade B: 8; and grade C: 8) (P = .017). However, no statistically significant difference could be shown in anterior translation, subjective functional IKDC score, or revision rate between the 2 groups. The mean follow-up duration was 49.7 ± 5.7 months. CONCLUSIONS SB ACLR + LET demonstrated fewer pivot-shifts (P = .021) and superior IKDC objective grades (P = .017) than a DB ACLR at a mean follow-up of almost 50 months. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III, retrospective comparative study.
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- Ji Hyun Ahn
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Dongguk University Ilsan Hospital, Gyeonggido, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Dongguk University Ilsan Hospital, Gyeonggido, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Dongguk University Ilsan Hospital, Gyeonggido, Republic of Korea
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