Abstract
We describe a novel double-bundle reconstruction method for ACL deficient knee. Grafts are tibialis allograft for AMB (anteromedial bundle) and semitendinosus autograft for PLB (posterolateral bundle). Femoral fixations are done by Bio-TransFix for AMB and EndoButton for PLB. Tibial fixations are done by Bio-interference screw for AMB at 60-70° knee flexion and secure the PLB and remnant AMB graft simultaneously onto anteromedial aspect of tibia at 10-20° knee flexion with spiked washer and screw. With our technique, graft lengths are not restricted and we provide strong femoral and tibial fixation if it is compared with previous techniques.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1023-1027 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy |
Volume | 15 |
Issue number | 8 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2007 Aug |
Keywords
- Anatomic reconstruction
- Anterior cruciate ligament
- Double bundle
- TransFix fixation
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Orthopedics and Sports Medicine