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Vivekanantha P, Grzela P, Wong S, Mansour F, Khalik HA, Johnson J, Hantouly A, de Sa D. Tendon cross-sectional area on magnetic resonance imaging and anthropometric characteristics can be used to predict insufficient four-strand hamstring autograft diameter in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: A systematic review. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2024; 32:1470-1491. [PMID: 38643396 DOI: 10.1002/ksa.12179] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2023] [Revised: 03/13/2024] [Accepted: 03/21/2024] [Indexed: 04/22/2024]
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PURPOSE To evaluate the utility of semitendinosus tendon (ST) and gracilis tendon (GT) cross-sectional area (CSA) on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and anthropometric characteristics in preoperative estimation of graft diameter in patients undergoing anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) with four-strand hamstring autografts. METHODS Three databases were searched on 29 August 2023. The authors adhered to the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) and R-AMSTAR (Revised Assessment of Multiple Systematic Review) guidelines and the Cochrane Handbook for Systematic Reviews of Interventions. Data on demographics, anthropometric characteristics, imaging techniques, tendon CSA, correlation coefficients, sensitivities, specificities, regression models and cutoffs for predicting intraoperative graft diameters above 8 mm were recorded. RESULTS Forty-six studies comprising 4140 patients were included. Twelve of 19 (63.2%) studies reporting on ST + GT CSA found a moderate to very high correlation with intraoperative graft diameter. Five of 10 (50%) and one of seven (14.3%) studies reporting on ST CSA and GT CSA, respectively, found a moderate to high correlation with intraoperative graft diameter. Cutoffs of ST + GT CSA for predicting graft diameters above 8 mm ranged from 15.8 to 31.2 mm2. Nine of 35 (25.7%) studies that reported on height found a moderate to very high correlation with graft diameter. Seven of 33 (21.2%) studies reporting on weight found a moderate correlation with graft diameter. CONCLUSION Of the MRI parameters assessed, ST + GT CSA was the most reliable predictor of graft diameter. However, cutoffs, sensitivities, and specificities for predicting diameters above 8 mm were highly variable. Anthropometric characteristics in general were less predictive of graft diameter than MRI parameters. This information can be used by clinicians to predict patients at risk for ACLR failure due to insufficient graft size. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV.
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- Prushoth Vivekanantha
- Michael DeGroote School of Medicine, McMaster University Medical Center, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Michael DeGroote School of Medicine, McMaster University Medical Center, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Michael DeGroote School of Medicine, McMaster University Medical Center, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Michael DeGroote School of Medicine, McMaster University Medical Center, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Surgical Specialty Center, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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Liau ZQG, Ng MSP, Low SSE, Chin BZ, Hui JHP, Kagda FHY. A novel practical method to predict anterior cruciate ligament hamstring graft size using preoperative MRI. Knee Surg Relat Res 2024; 36:17. [PMID: 38576029 PMCID: PMC10993534 DOI: 10.1186/s43019-024-00216-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2023] [Accepted: 03/12/2024] [Indexed: 04/06/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Predicting hamstring graft size preoperatively for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is important for preempting an insufficient diameter in graft size intraoperatively, possibly leading to graft failure. While there are multiple published methods using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) picture archiving and communication systems (PACS), most are not feasible and practical. Our study aims to (1) practically predict the ACL hamstring graft size in a numerically continuous manner using the preoperative MRI from any native MRI PACS system, (2) determine the degree of correlation between the predicted and actual graft size, and (3) determine the performance of our prediction method if we define an adequate actual graft size as ≥ 8 mm. METHODS A retrospective review of 112 patients who underwent primary ACL reconstruction with quadrupled hamstring semitendinosus-gracilis grafts at a tertiary institution was conducted between January 2018 and December 2018. Graft diameter can be predicted in a numerically continuous manner as √[2*(AB + CD)], where A and B are the semitendinosus cross-sectional length and breath, respectively, and C and D are the gracilis cross-sectional length and breath, respectively. RESULTS A moderately positive correlation exists between the predicted and actual graft diameter (r = 0.661 and p < .001). Our method yields a high specificity of 92.6% and a moderate sensitivity of 67.2% if we define an adequate actual graft size as ≥ 8 mm. An area under receiver-operating characteristic curve shows good discrimination (AUC = 0.856). CONCLUSIONS We present a practical method to predict the ACL hamstring graft size with high specificity using preoperative MRI measurements.
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- Zi Qiang Glen Liau
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, National University Hospital, 5 Lower Kent Ridge Rd, Singapore, 119074, Singapore.
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- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, National University Hospital, 5 Lower Kent Ridge Rd, Singapore, 119074, Singapore
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, National University Hospital, 5 Lower Kent Ridge Rd, Singapore, 119074, Singapore
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Henkelman E, Ayres JM, Prô SL. MRI Accurately Predicts Quadrupled Semitendinosus Autograft Size Using Posterior Hamstring Harvest for ACL Reconstruction. Arthrosc Sports Med Rehabil 2024; 6:100844. [PMID: 38706973 PMCID: PMC11065659 DOI: 10.1016/j.asmr.2023.100844] [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: 05/11/2023] [Accepted: 11/07/2023] [Indexed: 05/07/2024] Open
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Purpose To determine the effectiveness of preoperative magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) measurements of the cross-sectional area (CSA) of the semitendinosus tendon in predicting the intraoperative quadrupled semitendinosus graft diameter of a posteriorly harvested hamstring autograft for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. Methods A retrospective review of patients who underwent ACL reconstruction with autograft using a posterior hamstring harvest was performed. Patient demographics and operative reports were reviewed, and measurements of the CSA of the semitendinosus on MRI were performed. Multiple linear regression was used to analyze the predictors for graft diameter. A P value < .05 was considered statistically significant. Interrater and intrarater reliability were calculated. Results 280 patients were included. Patient height (P < .0001), and CSA of the semitendinosus (P < .0001) were significant predictors. Patients shorter than 63 inches had an average graft diameter of 7.89 mm compared to 8.69 mm for patients above 63 in (P < .001). The formula for the model is as follows: Graft diameter (mm2) = 2.74 + .067·Height (in) + .00009 · Weight (lbs) + .0018 · Age (years) +.12·Gender (1 if M, 0 if F) + 8.56 · CSA (cm2). The R2 for the model (0.5620), was greater than models using only height (R2 = .4092) or only CSA Semitendinosus (R2 = .3932). None of the interaction terms between covariates (e.g., height, weight, age, gender) were significant. Age (P =.6400), weight (P = .9970), and gender (P = .6700) were not significant predictors. Both intraclass (ICC = 0.864, 95% CI=[0.791, 0.912]) and interclass correlation (ICC=0.827, 95% CI=[0.715, 0.894]) showed good reliability. Conclusion CSA semitendinosus tendon and patient height independently perform similarly as predictors of graft diameter. When used together, CSA and height accurately predict the graft diameter. In particular, for patients under 63 in tall who demonstrated an average graft diameter below the minimum 8 mm, as suggested by the literature, this may be a useful tool for preoperative planning of patients intending to undergo ACL reconstruction with posterior hamstring harvest. Level of Evidence Level III, diagnostic: retrospective cohort study.
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- Erik Henkelman
- University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas, U.S.A
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- University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas, U.S.A
- Prisma Health/University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Columbia, South Carolina, U.S.A
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- University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas, U.S.A
- OrthoKansas, Lawrence Memorial Hospital, Lawrence, Kansas, U.S.A
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Xu W, Liu C, Peng H, Wang J, Zhang Z, Song B, Li W, Jiang C. A Web-Based Prediction Tool to Improve Identification of Patients With Undersized Hamstring Tendon Autograft in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. Am J Sports Med 2023; 51:3480-3492. [PMID: 37876210 DOI: 10.1177/03635465231205304] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2023]
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BACKGROUND An undersized hamstring tendon (HT) autograft is significantly associated with a higher graft failure rate in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) surgery. The ability to accurately predict inadequate HT graft diameter is critical, as it could assist surgeons in making better graft choices and surgical plans. PURPOSE To develop a web-based prediction tool to better assess the size of HT autograft and to help clinicians accurately identify patients with potentially undersized HT grafts in order to make appropriate clinical decisions. STUDY DESIGN Cross-sectional study; Level of evidence, 3. METHODS A total of 588 patients who received primary arthroscopic single-bundle ACLR surgery with gracilis tendon (GT) and semitendinosus tendon (ST) autograft were retrospectively reviewed. According to the size of 4-strand HT graft, patients were divided into diameter ≥8 mm and <8 mm groups. The least absolute shrinkage and selection operator method and logistic regression were used to identify the independent factors associated with HT graft diameter and establish the models. The prediction performance of the model was evaluated by concordance index and calibration combined with external validation. The diagnostic performance of the prediction model was assessed by sensitivity, specificity, predictive values, and likelihood ratios. Decision curve analysis was used to evaluate the clinical utility of the model. RESULTS Among the numerous indicators, sex, weight, height, thigh length, and ST-GT diameter (measured on plane 1 of a magnetic resonance imaging scan) were identified to be highly correlated predictors that could provide satisfactory prediction performance in determining the HT graft diameter. Based on these predictors, a prediction model named the HTD model was developed with satisfactory discrimination (concordance index, 0.932) and calibration (mean absolute error, 0.039). When the probability calculated by the HTD model was >65%, the sensitivity and specificity of predicting 4-strand HT graft diameter ≥8 mm were 86.7% and 90.2%, respectively. CONCLUSION As a useful supplementary prediction tool, the HTD model could accurately predict the diameter of HT autograft during preoperative planning.
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- Wennan Xu
- Division of Sports Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Division of Sports Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Division of Sports Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Division of Sports Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Division of Sports Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Division of Sports Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Division of Sports Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Division of Sports Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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Morphometric MRI Evaluation of Three Autografts Used in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction in Athletes. J Funct Morphol Kinesiol 2023; 8:jfmk8010014. [PMID: 36810498 PMCID: PMC9944438 DOI: 10.3390/jfmk8010014] [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: 12/03/2022] [Revised: 01/16/2023] [Accepted: 01/18/2023] [Indexed: 01/26/2023] Open
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The purpose of the present study was to quantify the morphometric characteristics of three tendon autografts (hamstring tendons (HT), quadriceps tendon (QT), and patellar tendon (PT)) used in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. For this purpose, knee magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) was obtained in 100 consecutive patients (50 males and 50 females) with an acute, isolated ACL tear without any other knee pathology were used. The level of the physical activity of the participants was determined using the Tegner scale. Measurements of the tendons' dimensions (PT and QT tendon length, perimeter, cross-sectional area (CSA), and maximum mediolateral and anteroposterior dimensions) were performed perpendicular to their long axes. Higher values were recorded as regards the mean perimeter and CSA of the QT in comparison with the PT and the HT (perimeter QT: 96.52 ± 30.43 mm vs. PT: 63.87 ± 8.45 mm, HT: 28.01 ± 3.73 mm, F = 404.629, p < 0.001; CSA QT: 231.88 ± 92.82 mm2 vs. PT: 108.35 ± 28.98 mm2, HT: 26.42 ± 7.15 mm2, F = 342.415, p < 0.001). The length of the PT was shorter in comparison with the QT (53.1 ± 7.8 vs. 71.7 ± 8.6 mm, respectively, t = -11.243, p < 0.001). The three tendons showed significant differences in relation to sex, tendon type, and position as regards the perimeter, CSA, and the mediolateral dimensions but not for the maximum anteroposterior dimension.
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Kremen TJ, Arnold MT, Trivellas M, Shi BY, Jones KJ, Garcia-Mansilla I. Combined Assessments of Patellar Tendon and Hamstring Tendon Parameters on Preoperative Magnetic Resonance Imaging Can Improve Predictability of Hamstring Tendon Autograft Diameter in the Setting of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. Arthrosc Sports Med Rehabil 2022; 4:e1913-e1921. [PMID: 36579048 PMCID: PMC9791872 DOI: 10.1016/j.asmr.2022.07.006] [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: 04/28/2022] [Accepted: 07/27/2022] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Purpose To evaluate whether preoperative magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) measurements of multiple tendon autograft sources could be used to improve estimates of intraoperative hamstring tendon autograft (HTA) diameter. Methods Patients who underwent anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with HTA at our institution were identified through electronic health records. Preoperative MRI tendon measurements of the patellar tendon (PT) length, PT width, PT thickness, quadriceps tendon thickness, semitendinosus tendon (ST) cross-sectional area (CSA), and gracilis tendon (GT) CSA were conducted by 2 independent evaluators using digital imaging measurement tools. Results A total of 53 patients met the inclusion criteria, with a mean HTA diameter of 7.98 ± 0.7 mm. Height greater than 1.63 m, weight greater than 63.4 kg, PT length greater than 4.2 cm, PT thickness greater than 0.33 cm, ST CSA greater than 10.8 mm2, and GT CSA greater than 6.3 mm2 were associated with an HTA of 8 mm or greater (P < .005). Female sex was associated with an HTA of less than 8 mm (P < .05). PT length, PT thickness, and GT CSA were the strongest predictors of an HTA of 8 mm or greater and were combined into an additive logistic regression model: Score = -23.24 + (1.68 × PT length) + (20.104 × PT thickness) + (1.48 × GT CSA). If the score was greater than 0.237, the HTA graft diameter was predicted to be 8 mm or greater with 83% specificity, 91% sensitivity, and 87% accuracy. Conclusions By combining PT length and PT thickness measurements with GT CSA measurements in a logit function model, we were able to show improved overall specificity, sensitivity, and accuracy of estimated HTA diameters in our data set when compared with assessments of anthropometric, ST CSA, GT CSA, or combined ST-GT CSA measurements in isolation. Clinical Relevance Preoperative MRI measurements may be used to screen whether a patient is likely to have an 8-mm graft in the setting of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with HTA and thus may help guide graft choice.
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- Thomas J. Kremen
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, USA,Address correspondence to Thomas J. Kremen Jr, M.D., Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, 1225 15th St, Ste 2100, Santa Monica, CA 90404, USA
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- David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, USA
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Bhamare DS, Sirasala S, Jivrajani P, Nair A, Taori S. Preoperative MRI Assessment of Hamstring Tendons to Predict the Quadruple Hamstring Graft Diameter in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. Cureus 2022; 14:e21753. [PMID: 35251824 PMCID: PMC8890813 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.21753] [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] [Accepted: 01/30/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Introduction The cross-sectional area (CSA) and length of an individual's hamstring tendons are both variable, making it challenging for the operating surgeon to generate an ideal size graft during arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery. If we can predict the hamstring graft diameter using MRI (a routine radiological investigation used to diagnose knee pathology), this information, if obtained before surgery rather than after the harvesting of the hamstring tendons, may influence the graft choice and allow us to successfully perform ACL reconstruction with sufficient graft diameter. Aims The aims of this study were to determine the reliability and accuracy of 3T MRI in predicting quadruple hamstring graft diameter for ACL reconstruction, to determine the statistical correlation between the CSA of hamstring tendons on MRI and intraoperative quadruple hamstring graft diameter, and to find out the minimum CSA of hamstring tendons (ST+GR) required for an 8 mm quadruple hamstring graft diameter. Methods This prospective diagnostic study included 50 patients diagnosed with complete ACL rupture. On MRI, we assessed the CSA of the semitendinosus and gracilis tendons at two levels: one at the joint line and the other at the level where the anteroposterior (AP) diameter of the medial femoral condyle is longest. The quadruple ST+GR graft was passed through 0.5 mm increments of holes in the block (Biotek (Winooski, Vermont) or Smith & Nephew, London, United Kingdom) intraoperatively, and the diameter of the hole that permitted smooth passage of the whole graft was taken as the quadruple graft diameter. The cutoff CSA required for a graft of sufficient size was calculated using simple logistic regression analysis. The correlation between CSA measurements on MRI and intraoperative quadruple hamstring graft diameter was determined using Pearson's rank correlation coefficient. Results The mean ST+GR CSA on MRI was 18.9 mm2, the minimum CSA was 14.45 mm2, and the maximum CSA was 23.8 mm2. Pearson's correlation between the intraoperative quadruple hamstring graft diameter (mm) and ST+GR CSA on MRI was 0.838. The minimum ST+GR CSA required for an 8 mm quadruple hamstring graft diameter is 17.5 mm2. Conclusion A strong statistical correlation between ST+GR CSA on MRI and intraoperative quadruple hamstring graft diameter was found (Pearson's correlation = 0.838, p-value = 0.000). Thus, MRI is a reliable radiological investigation that can be used to predict the quadruple hamstring graft diameter. This method can help orthopedic surgeons successfully perform ACL reconstruction surgery without any graft complications.
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Raja BS, Gupta K, V A, Singh S, Maji S. Assessment of thickness of in vivo autograft tendons around the knee and its correlation with anthropometric data, thickness of patella and anterior cruciate ligament tibial foot print diameter. Anat Cell Biol 2021; 54:18-24. [PMID: 33504683 PMCID: PMC8017456 DOI: 10.5115/acb.20.176] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2020] [Revised: 10/17/2020] [Accepted: 11/26/2020] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Inadequate diameters of the autograft tendons are known to be a major cause of graft failure in ligament reconstruction. The purpose of the study was to measure the in-vivo thickness of the available autograft options around the knee and to seek a correlation between the thickness of the tendons and the anthropometric data, patellar thickness and anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) footprint sagittal diameter. Magnetic resonance imaging of 104 consecutive patients with suspected knee injuries were utilized for measurement of the in vivo thickness of pes anserinus tendon (diameter and cross-sectional area [CSA]), patellar tendon (PT) and quadriceps tendon (QT). Pearson’s coefficient was used to find out the relationship between the tendon thickness and anthropometric data, thickness of patella and ACL tibial foot print sagittal diameter. The mean diameters and CSA of the semitendinosus tendon (ST) and gracilis tendon (GT) were 3.77±0.49 mm, 11.62±1.62 mm2 and 2.87±0.27 mm, 6.64±1.18 mm2 respectively. QT and PT thicknesses were 7.36±0.87 mm and 4.50±0.62 mm respectively. Height and the patellar thickness were seen to have moderate correlation with ST and PT thickness. Weak correlation was seen between the other anthropometric variables and tendon thickness. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) assessment of tendon sizes is a reliable method with good inter and intra-rater agreement. Assessment of these anatomical structures with help of MRI would be helpful in preoperative planning and can help in identifying those patients at risk of having smaller tendons.
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- Balgovind S Raja
- Department of Orthopaedics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, India
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Sherman O. Editorial Commentary: Multiple-Strand Hamstring Autografts for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: If Graft Diameter Is at Least 8 Millimeters, Bigger May Not Be Better. Arthroscopy 2021; 37:586-587. [PMID: 33546796 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2020.10.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2020] [Accepted: 10/09/2020] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Anterior cruciate ligament graft diameter is of concern to every orthopaedic surgeon who's ever performed an anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. The current standard is to obtain a graft of at least 8 mm in diameter. The 5-bundle construct is an option to increase the graft diameter in the situation in which a smaller diameter 4-strand hamstring autograft is encountered. The question is whether bigger is better once one obtains an 8-mm diameter graft.
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Ge X, Zhang L, Xiang G, Hu Y, Lun D. Cross-Sectional Area Measurement Techniques of Soft Tissue: A Literature Review. Orthop Surg 2020; 12:1547-1566. [PMID: 32930465 PMCID: PMC7767688 DOI: 10.1111/os.12757] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2020] [Revised: 06/19/2020] [Accepted: 06/21/2020] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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Evaluation of the biomechanical properties of soft tissues by measuring the stress-strain relationships has been the focus of numerous investigations. The accuracy of stress depends, in part, upon the determination of the cross-sectional area (CSA). However, the complex geometry and pliability of soft tissues, especially ligaments and tendons, make it difficult to obtain accurate CSA, and the development of CSA measurement methods of soft tissues continues. Early attempts to determine the CSA of soft tissues include gravimetric method, geometric approximation technique, area micrometer method, and microtomy technique. Since 1990, a series of new methods have emerged, including medical imaging techniques (e.g. magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), and ultrasound imaging (USI)), laser techniques (e.g. the laser micrometer method, the linear laser scanner (LLS) technique, and the laser reflection system (LRS) method), molding techniques, and three-dimensional (3D) scanning techniques.
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- Xiao‐jing Ge
- Beijing Wonderful Biomaterials Co., Ltd.BeijingChina
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- Beijing Wonderful Biomaterials Co., Ltd.BeijingChina
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- Beijing Wonderful Biomaterials Co., Ltd.BeijingChina
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- Beijing Ceramic BiotechnologyBeijingChina
- Weifang People's HospitalWeifangChina
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