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Tan YY, James Loh SY. Optimization of Graft Position at the Tibia Footprint in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Revision-Lasso Technique. Arthrosc Tech 2024; 13:102940. [PMID: 38835472 PMCID: PMC11144807 DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2024.102940] [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: 10/01/2023] [Accepted: 01/08/2024] [Indexed: 06/06/2024] Open
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In anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) revision cases, the resultant bigger aperture at the tibia footprint can cause graft instability. The increased movement hinders bone-graft integration and leads to graft abrasion. This article describes a technique to optimize graft stability when using a soft tissue graft for ACL revision. The technique is used when there is suspicion of size mismatch between the new tibia footprint aperture and the graft. The first stage involves passing a suture via an anterolateral tibial tunnel connecting with the revision tibia tunnel distal to the tibia footprint aperture. The new graft is subsequently deployed, and the potential discrepancy between graft diameter and aperture is confirmed. The second stage involves placing 2 pulling sutures on the new graft and passing them into the anterolateral tibial tunnel. The tensioned and anchored pulling sutures secure graft stability at the tibia footprint, and the graft distal to that is fixed routinely. The lasso technique stabilizes the new graft at the tibia footprint by tensioning it in a distal and anterolateral direction. For selected cases, this technique enables a 1-stage ACL revision with a soft tissue graft when faced with graft instability at the tibia footprint.
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Chen P, Wang L, Dong S, Ding Y, Zuo H, Jia S, Wang G, Chen C, Zheng C. Abnormal Lower Limb Biomechanics During a Bilateral Vertical Jump Despite the Symmetry in Single-Leg Vertical Hop Height in Athletes After ACL Reconstruction. Orthop J Sports Med 2024; 12:23259671241230989. [PMID: 38414664 PMCID: PMC10898320 DOI: 10.1177/23259671241230989] [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: 08/19/2023] [Accepted: 08/30/2023] [Indexed: 02/29/2024] Open
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Background A limb symmetry index (LSI) of >90% for single-leg horizontal hop distance is recommended as a cutoff point for safe return to sports after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). Despite achieving this threshold, abnormal lower limb biomechanics continue to persist in athletes after ACLR. Symmetry in single-leg vertical hop height appears to be more difficult to achieve and can be a better representation of knee function than single-leg horizontal hop distance. Purpose To explore whether an LSI of >90% for single-leg vertical hop height can represent normal lower limb biomechanics in athletes during a bilateral vertical jump after ACLR. Study Design Controlled laboratory study. Methods According to the LSI for single-leg vertical hop height, 46 athletes who had undergone ACLR with an autologous ipsilateral bone-patellar tendon-bone or hamstring tendon graft were divided into a low symmetry group (LSI <90%; n = 23) and a high symmetry group (LSI >90%; n = 23), and 24 noninjured athletes were selected as the control group. The kinematic and kinetic characteristics during a bilateral vertical jump were compared between the low symmetry, high symmetry, and control groups. Results During the propulsion phase of the bilateral vertical jump, the operated side in the high symmetry group showed a lower knee extension moment than the nonoperated side (P = .001). At peak vertical ground-reaction force, the operated side in the high symmetry group showed a lower knee internal rotation moment compared with the control group (P = .016). Compared with the nonoperated side, the operated side in the high symmetry group showed a higher hip extension moment (P = .002), lower knee extension moment (P < .001), lower ankle plantarflexion moment (P < .001), and lower vertical ground-reaction force (P = .023). Conclusion Despite achieving an LSI of >90% for single-leg vertical hop height, athletes after ACLR showed abnormal lower limb biomechanical characteristics during the bilateral vertical jump. Clinical Relevance Symmetrical single-leg vertical hop height may not signify ideal biomechanical or return-to-sports readiness in this population.
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- Peng Chen
- School of Exercise and Health, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, China
- Key Laboratory of Sports Engineering of the General Administration of Sport of China, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, China
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- Key Laboratory of Sports Engineering of the General Administration of Sport of China, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, China
- School of Sports Medicine, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, China
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- College of Basic Medicine, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Key Laboratory of Sports Engineering of the General Administration of Sport of China, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, China
- School of Sports Medicine, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, China
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- School of Sports Medicine, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, China
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- School of Sports Medicine, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, China
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- School of Sports Medicine, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Affiliated Hospital, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan, China
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Thiel GE, Puga TB, Perleberg TD, Figuerres BF, Dennis JF. Achilles Allograft Fiber Track Graft Preparation Technique for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. Arthrosc Tech 2024; 13:102844. [PMID: 38435240 PMCID: PMC10907893 DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2023.09.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2023] [Accepted: 09/20/2023] [Indexed: 03/05/2024] Open
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Anterior cruciate ligament rupture is a common orthopaedic injury, with reconstruction the treatment of choice for active individuals. Graft selection is an important consideration for surgical planning. Achilles tendon allograft is a graft choice most likely used in cases of revision anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. This technical note discusses an approach to Achilles tendon allograft preparation that respects and follows the rotation of the fibers of the Achilles tendon. Key considerations in the use of this technique include (1) identifying the rotational fiber tracks, (2) performing careful dissection along the identified tracks of the fibers, and (3) ensuring an appropriate graft width based on patient size, all of which are crucial for the success of this unique technique. The preservation of the rotational fibers provided by this technique may have the potential to result in increased tensile strength and better clinical outcomes.
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- Grace E. Thiel
- College of Osteopathic Medicine, Kansas City University, Kansas City, Missouri, U.S.A
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- College of Osteopathic Medicine, Kansas City University, Kansas City, Missouri, U.S.A
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- College of Osteopathic Medicine, Kansas City University, Kansas City, Missouri, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, Topeka, Kansas, U.S.A
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- Department of Pathology and Anatomical Sciences, Kansas City University, Kansas City, Missouri, U.S.A
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Noh S, Lee SJ, Yoo JJ, Jin YJ, Yun HW, Min BH, Park JY, Park DY. Synovium-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cell-Based Scaffold-Free Fibrocartilage Engineering for Bone-Tendon Interface Healing in an Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Model. Tissue Eng Regen Med 2024; 21:341-351. [PMID: 37856071 PMCID: PMC10825091 DOI: 10.1007/s13770-023-00593-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2023] [Revised: 08/21/2023] [Accepted: 08/27/2023] [Indexed: 10/20/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Current tendon and ligament reconstruction surgeries rely on scar tissue healing which differs from native bone-to-tendon interface (BTI) tissue. We aimed to engineer Synovium-derived mesenchymal stem cells (Sy-MSCs) based scaffold-free fibrocartilage constructs and investigate in vivo bone-tendon interface (BTI) healing efficacy in a rat anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction model. METHODS Sy-MSCs were isolated from knee joint of rats. Scaffold-free sy-MSC constructs were fabricated and cultured in differentiation media including TGF-β-only, CTGF-only, and TGF-β + CTGF. Collagenase treatment on tendon grafts was optimized to improve cell-to-graft integration. The effects of fibrocartilage differentiation and collagenase treatment on BTI integration was assessed by conducting histological staining, cell adhesion assay, and tensile testing. Finally, histological and biomechanical analyses were used to evaluate in vivo efficacy of fibrocartilage construct in a rat ACL reconstruction model. RESULTS Fibrocartilage-like features were observed with in the scaffold-free sy-MSC constructs when applying TGF-β and CTGF concurrently. Fifteen minutes collagenase treatment increased cellular attachment 1.9-fold compared to the Control group without affecting tensile strength. The failure stress was highest in the Col + D + group (22.494 ± 13.74 Kpa) compared to other groups at integration analysis in vitro. The ACL Recon + FC group exhibited a significant 88% increase in estimated stiffness (p = 0.0102) compared to the ACL Recon group at the 4-week postoperative period. CONCLUSION Scaffold-free, fibrocartilage engineering together with tendon collagenase treatment enhanced fibrocartilaginous BTI healing in ACL reconstruction.
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- Sujin Noh
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Graduate School of Ajou University, 206 World Cup-Ro, Yeongtong-Gu, Suwon, Republic of Korea
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- Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, 27157, USA
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- Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, 27157, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, School of Medicine, Ajou University, Suwon, Republic of Korea
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- Cell Therapy Center, Ajou Medical Center, Suwon, Republic of Korea
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- Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, 27157, USA
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- Department of Orthopedics Surgery, CHA University Bundang Medical Center, Bundang-Gu, Seongnam-Si, Gyeonggi-Do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Graduate School of Ajou University, 206 World Cup-Ro, Yeongtong-Gu, Suwon, Republic of Korea.
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, School of Medicine, Ajou University, Suwon, Republic of Korea.
- Cell Therapy Center, Ajou Medical Center, Suwon, Republic of Korea.
- Leading Convergence of Healthcare and Medicine, Institute of Science & Technology (ALCHeMIST), Ajou University, Suwon, Republic of Korea.
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McMellen CJ, Sinkler MA, Calcei JG, Hobson TE, Karns MR, Voos JE. Management of Bone Loss and Tunnel Widening in Revision ACL Reconstruction. J Bone Joint Surg Am 2023; 105:1458-1471. [PMID: 37506198 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.22.01321] [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: 07/30/2023]
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➤ Both mechanical and biological factors can contribute to bone loss and tunnel widening following primary anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction.➤ Revision ACL surgery success is dependent on graft position, fixation, and biological incorporation.➤ Both 1-stage and 2-stage revision ACL reconstructions can be successful in correctly indicated patients.➤ Potential future solutions may involve the incorporation of biological agents to enhance revision ACL surgery, including the use of bone marrow aspirate concentrate, platelet-rich plasma, and bone morphogenetic protein-2.
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- Christopher J McMellen
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, Ohio
- University Hospitals Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, Ohio
- University Hospitals Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, Ohio
- University Hospitals Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, Ohio
- University Hospitals Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute, Cleveland, Ohio
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Farhan-Alanie MM, Boutefnouchet T. Tourniquet-less arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a technical guide & narrative review of the evidence. Acta Orthop Belg 2023; 89:449-453. [PMID: 37935228 DOI: 10.52628/89.3.11747] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2023]
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Arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) is often performed with the use of a thigh tourniquet. Surgeons believe this helps improve visualisation and reduce operative time. However, tourniquet use has been associated with many complications including increased pain, neurovascular injury, venous thromboembolism, haematoma formation, and others. In this article, we describe a method allowing comparable arthroscopic visualisation to be achieved without the aid of a tourniquet for ACLR procedures. The literature evidence relating to this technique as well as tourniquet use for ACLR is also reviewed. Tourniquet-less ACLR can be achieved through the combined application of hypotensive anaesthesia, intravenous tranexamic acid, and use of adrenaline-supplemented irrigation fluid and local anaesthetic. Performing ACLR without a tourniquet avoids the risks associated with its use and reduces the severity of post-operative haemarthrosis which may contribute to the patient's pain and limit their ability to perform their rehabilitation exercises.
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Lee SS, Kim IS, Shin TS, Lee J, Lee DH. Femoral Tunnel Position Affects Postoperative Femoral Tunnel Widening after Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction with Tibialis Anterior Allograft. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12051966. [PMID: 36902753 PMCID: PMC10004624 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12051966] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2022] [Revised: 02/09/2023] [Accepted: 02/28/2023] [Indexed: 03/06/2023] Open
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This study aims to identify potential factors for both femoral and tibial tunnel widening (TW) and to investigate the effect of TW on postoperative outcomes after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction with a tibialis anterior allograft. A total 75 patients (75 knees) who underwent ACL reconstruction with tibialis anterior allografts were investigated between February 2015 and October 2017. TW was calculated as the difference in tunnel widths between the immediate and 2-year postoperative measurements. The risk factors for TW, including demographic data, concomitant meniscal injury, hip-knee-ankle angle, tibial slope, femoral and tibial tunnel position (quadrant method), and length of both tunnels, were investigated. The patients were divided twice into two groups depending on whether the femoral or tibial TW was over or less than 3 mm. Pre- and 2-year follow-up outcomes, including the Lysholm score, International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) subjective score, and side-to-side difference (STSD) of anterior translation on stress radiographs, were compared between TW ≥ 3 mm and TW < 3 mm. The femoral tunnel position depth (shallow femoral tunnel position) was significantly correlated with femoral TW (adjusted R2 = 0.134). The femoral TW ≥ 3 mm group showed greater STSD of anterior translation than the femoral TW < 3 mm group. The shallow position of the femoral tunnel was correlated with the femoral TW after ACL reconstruction using a tibialis anterior allograft. A femoral TW ≥ 3 mm showed inferior postoperative knee anterior stability.
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- Sung-Sahn Lee
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Ilsan Paik Hospital, Inje University School of Medicine, Goyangsi 10380, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul 06351, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul 06351, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul 06351, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul 06351, Republic of Korea
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +82-2-3410-3509
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Vijayan S, Kyalakond H, Kulkarni MS, Aroor MN, Shetty S, Bhat V, Rao SK. Clinical outcome of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with modified transtibial and anteromedial portal. Musculoskelet Surg 2023; 107:37-45. [PMID: 34389922 PMCID: PMC10020253 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-021-00727-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2020] [Accepted: 08/04/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Arthroscopic ACL reconstruction is the current standard care of treatment for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries. Modified transtibial (mTT) and anteromedial portal (AMP) techniques aim at the anatomical placement of femoral tunnel. Controversy existed in the literature with regard to the outcome of these techniques. Hence, we designed a retrospective comparative study to analyse the clinical and functional outcomes of mTT and AMP techniques. We hypothesized that there would be no difference between the clinical and functional outcomes in mTT and AMP techniques. This retrospective observational study was conducted in consecutive patients who underwent arthroscopic ACL reconstruction using semitendinosus-gracilis (STG) quadrupled graft in our tertiary care centre with a minimum follow-up of two years. Out of 69 patients, 37 had undergone ACL reconstruction by mTT technique and remaining by AMP technique. All the patients were assessed clinically by anterior drawer, Lachman's, pivot shift and single-legged hop test. Lysholm Knee Scoring Scale and International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) subjective knee evaluation score were used for the functional status. Knee instability was assessed objectively by KT-1000 arthrometer. There was no statistically significant difference in baseline demographic characteristics between mTT and AMP groups. At the end of 2 years, no statistically significant difference was noted in the anterior drawer and Lachman's test. Though not significant, IKDC scores and Lysholm's scores showed a better outcome in the AMP group when compared to the mTT group. AMP group showed significantly better outcome with KT-1000 arthrometer. Based on the results obtained, we presume that overall both mTT and AMP have similar functional outcome. However, as AMP technique offers significantly improved subjective rotational stability on pivot shift test, better hop limb symmetry index and KT 1000 readings compared to mTT, we suggest AMP over mTT.
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- S. Vijayan
- grid.465547.10000 0004 1765 924XDepartment of Orthopedics, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Udupi, Karnataka 576104 India
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- grid.496653.b0000 0004 1805 6782Department of Orthopedics, BVVS S Nijalingappa Medical College and HSK Hospital and Research Centre, Navanagar, Bagalkot, Karnataka 587103 India
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- grid.465547.10000 0004 1765 924XDepartment of Orthopedics, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Udupi, Karnataka 576104 India
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- grid.465547.10000 0004 1765 924XDepartment of Orthopedics, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Udupi, Karnataka 576104 India
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- grid.465547.10000 0004 1765 924XDepartment of Orthopedics, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Udupi, Karnataka 576104 India
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- grid.411639.80000 0001 0571 5193Department of Physiotherapy, Manipal College of Health Professions, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka 576104 India
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- grid.465547.10000 0004 1765 924XDepartment of Orthopedics, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Udupi, Karnataka 576104 India
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Liu W, Wu Y, Wang X, Kuang S, Su C, Xiong Y, Tang H, Xiao Y, Gao S. ACL stump and ACL femoral landmarks are equally reliable in ACL reconstruction for assisting ACL femoral tunnel positioning. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2023; 31:219-228. [PMID: 35947159 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-022-07084-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2022] [Accepted: 07/22/2022] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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PURPOSE This study aimed to comparatively evaluate the accuracy of femoral tunnel positioning after anatomic single-bundle anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction performed with the remnant preservation (RP) technique versus the non-remnant preservation (NRP) technique. METHODS A retrospective review of 145 patients who underwent ACL reconstruction from May 2020 to May 2022 were performed in this single-surgeon study. A total of 120 patients met the inclusion criteria and were allocated into two groups according to the surgical technique (i.e. RP group and NRP group). The relative location of the femoral tunnel in the lateral condyle was evaluated as a percentage using a standardized grid system on the three-dimensional computed tomography (3D-CT) image. The accuracy and precision of the RP group were assessed based on published anatomical data in direct comparison with the NRP group. RESULTS According to the surgical procedure, 57 of the 120 patients included were allocated into the RP group, and 63 into the NRP group. Significant differences were observed between the two groups in terms of tunnel position (posterior-to-distal (PD): 28.4 ± 5.4% (RP) vs. 31.8 ± 5.3% (NRP); P = 0.01), (anterior-to-posterior (AP): 32.6 ± 7.7% (RP) vs. 38.8 ± 7.7% (NRP); P = 0.00), while no significant differences were found in terms of the accuracy (8.6% (RP) vs. 8.9% (NRP); n.s) and precision (4.4% (RP) vs. 5.6% (NRP); n.s) of femoral tunnel positioning between the two groups. CONCLUSIONS From this single-surgeon study, it was concluded that there were no differences in the creation of ACL femoral tunnel between the RP technique and the non-remnant preserving technique. Meanwhile, the RP technique would not sacrifice the ideal position of the femoral tunnel and is able to retain the possible benefits of the ACL stump. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III.
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- Weijie Liu
- Department of Orthopaedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, #87 Xiangya Road, Changsha, 410008, Hunan, China.,National Clinical Research Center of Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, #87 Xiangya Road, Changsha, 410008, Hunan, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, #87 Xiangya Road, Changsha, 410008, Hunan, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, #87 Xiangya Road, Changsha, 410008, Hunan, China.,National Clinical Research Center of Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, #87 Xiangya Road, Changsha, 410008, Hunan, China.,National Clinical Research Center of Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, #87 Xiangya Road, Changsha, 410008, Hunan, China.,Hunan Key Laboratory of Joint Degeneration and Injury, Changsha, Hunan, China.,Hunan Engineering Research Center of Osteoarthritis, Changsha, Hunan, China.,National Clinical Research Center of Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, #87 Xiangya Road, Changsha, 410008, Hunan, China.,National Clinical Research Center of Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, #87 Xiangya Road, Changsha, 410008, Hunan, China.,National Clinical Research Center of Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, #87 Xiangya Road, Changsha, 410008, Hunan, China. .,Hunan Key Laboratory of Joint Degeneration and Injury, Changsha, Hunan, China. .,Hunan Engineering Research Center of Osteoarthritis, Changsha, Hunan, China. .,National Clinical Research Center of Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China.
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Foo WYX, Chou ACC, Lie HM, Lie DTT. Computer-assisted navigation in ACL reconstruction improves anatomic tunnel placement with similar clinical outcomes. Knee 2022; 38:132-140. [PMID: 36058120 DOI: 10.1016/j.knee.2022.08.006] [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: 08/12/2021] [Revised: 05/31/2022] [Accepted: 08/17/2022] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND While the use of navigation systems in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction theoretically improves tunnel placement accuracy and clinical outcomes, the existing literature remains inconclusive. We aimed to evaluate the potential benefits of navigated ACL reconstruction on tunnel placement and clinical outcomes. METHODS In this retrospective study, we evaluated a cohort of patients who underwent conventional or navigated (OrthoPilot system) primary ACL reconstruction at our institution from June 2004 to October 2009. Anteroposterior and lateral radiographic knee assessments were evaluated to assess postoperative tunnel positioning. Clinical outcomes, including the International Knee Documentation Committee classification, Lysholm score, and Tegner score, were evaluated preoperatively and 1-year postoperatively. Radiographic and clinical outcomes were compared and analysed using independent 2-sample t-tests and Chi-square tests. RESULTS Sixty patients met the inclusion criteria and were included for analysis, comprising of 26 navigated and 34 conventional reconstructions. Postoperative radiographs showed no differences in tibial tunnel position between both groups, but a significantly smaller deviation from the recommended position in the navigated group (navigated: 5.96 %; conventional: 7.92 %; p = 0.008). Femoral tunnel placements in the navigated group were significantly more perpendicularly away from the Blumensaat line (navigated: 38.90 %; conventional: 31.94 %; p = 0.001), with a greater deviation from recommended position (navigated: 11.00 %; conventional: 6.94 %; p = 0.009). There were no differences in 1-year postoperative clinical outcomes (p > 0.05). CONCLUSION Navigated ACL reconstruction resulted in a more anatomic femoral tunnel placement and similar clinical outcomes as conventional reconstruction. Further research should be conducted to clarify the potential biomechanical and clinical impacts of navigated ACL reconstruction.
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- Duke-NUS Medical School, 8 College Road, Singapore 169857, Singapore; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Singapore General Hospital, 20 College Road, Academia, Level 4, Singapore 169865, Singapore
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- Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, 11 Mandalay Road, Singapore 308232, Singapore
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- Duke-NUS Medical School, 8 College Road, Singapore 169857, Singapore; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Singapore General Hospital, 20 College Road, Academia, Level 4, Singapore 169865, Singapore
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Zsidai B, Engler ID, Pujol O, Lucidi GA, Curley AJ, Zaffagnini S, Musahl V. Over-The-Top Technique for Revision ACL Reconstruction with Achilles Allograft and Associated Lateral Extra-articular Tenodesis. Arthrosc Tech 2022; 11:e1633-e1640. [PMID: 36185109 PMCID: PMC9520075 DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2022.05.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2022] [Accepted: 05/20/2022] [Indexed: 02/03/2023] Open
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Revision anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACL-R) is made challenging by the frequent presence of rotatory instability, tunnel malpositioning and widening, and limited autograft options. Lateral extra-articular tenodesis (LET), alternative tunnel routing, and the use of allograft tissue can be used to manage these challenges. This Technical Note describes revision ACL-R using the over-the-top (OTT) technique with Achilles tendon allograft with concomitant LET. The surgical approach involves routing the graft around the posterior aspect of the lateral femoral condyle, and then deep to the iliotibial band to a site just medial to Gerdy's tubercle, with staple fixation on the lateral femur for the ACL-R and anterolateral tibia for the LET. The OTT technique with LET provides a versatile approach for the management of failed ACL-R by circumventing challenges in revision ACL-R and addressing rotatory instability, a contributing factor to prior graft failure.
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Affiliation(s)
- Bálint Zsidai
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, UPMC Freddie Fu Sports Medicine Center, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, U.S.A.,Department of Orthopaedics, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden,Address correspondence to Bálint Zsidai, M.D., Department of Orthopaedics, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, UPMC Freddie Fu Sports Medicine Center, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, U.S.A
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- Knee Surgery Unit, Orthopedic Surgery Department, Vall d'Hebron University Hospital, Universitat Autónoma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Clinica II, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, IRCCS Via Pupilli, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, UPMC Freddie Fu Sports Medicine Center, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, U.S.A
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- Clinica II, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, IRCCS Via Pupilli, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, UPMC Freddie Fu Sports Medicine Center, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, U.S.A.,Department of Orthopaedics, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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Koo YJ, Seon JK, Lee G, Koo S. Influences of Partial Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury On Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tensional Force and Kinematic Stability During Walking. J Biomech Eng 2022; 145:1143182. [PMID: 35838323 DOI: 10.1115/1.4054982] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
Abstract
Injuries in the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), including partial tear and lengthening of the ACL, change the dynamic function of the knee. However, there is a lack of information on the effect of ACL partial tear on knee kinematics during walking. This study aimed to investigate the effects of different levels of ACL injuries on the knee stability and ACL tensional force to identify the critical injury level. Motion data of five normal subjects were acquired along with the ground reaction force. A knee model with 14 ligaments was developed using cadaveric specimen data. The initial length and stiffness of the ACL were changed to develop ACL-injured knee models. Musculoskeletal simulations of the knee models were performed using the measured gait data. The average tibial anterior translation increased significantly by 2.6 ± 0.7 mm when the ACL stiffness decreased to 25% of its original stiffness. The average tibial anterior translation increased significantly by 2.6 ± 0.3 mm at an increase in initial length of 10%. The knee with partial ACL tear had a non-linear decrease in ACL forces owing to the increase in the level of ACL injury, while the knee with ACL lengthening had linear decreased ACL forces. The partial tear of the ACL caused translational instability, while the complete tear caused both rotational and translational instabilities during the musculoskeletal walking simulation. This study presents the effects of partial ACL injuries on joint kinematics and ACL tensional force during the dynamic motion of walking.
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- Young-Jun Koo
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, Daejeon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Chonnam National University Bitgoeul Hospital, Gwangju, Republic of Korea
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- School of Mechanical Engineering, Chung-Ang University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, Daejeon, Republic of Korea
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Dimitriou D, Cheng R, Yang Y, Helmy N, Tsai TY. Influence of the Anteromedial Portal and Transtibial Drilling Technique on Femoral Tunnel Lengths in ACL Reconstruction: Results Using an MRI-Based Model. Orthop J Sports Med 2022; 10:23259671221096417. [PMID: 35651481 PMCID: PMC9149612 DOI: 10.1177/23259671221096417] [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: 02/11/2022] [Accepted: 02/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
Abstract
Background: In anatomic anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, graft placement
through the anteromedial (AM) portal technique requires more horizontal
drilling of the femoral tunnel as compared with the transtibial (TT)
technique, which may lead to a shorter femoral tunnel and affect
graft-to-bone healing. The effect of coronal and sagittal femoral tunnel
obliquity angle on femoral tunnel length has not been investigated. Purpose: To compare the length of the femoral tunnels created with the TT technique
versus the AM portal technique at different coronal and sagittal obliquity
angles using the native femoral ACL center as the starting point of the
femoral tunnel. The authors also assessed sex-based differences in tunnel
lengths. Study Design: Descriptive laboratory study. Methods: Magnetic resonance imaging scans of 95 knees with an ACL rupture (55 men, 40
women; mean age, 26 years [range, 16-45 years]) were used to create
3-dimensional models of the femur. The femoral tunnel was simulated on each
model using the TT and AM portal techniques; for the latter, several coronal
and sagittal obliquity angles were simulated (coronal, 30°, 45°, and 60°;
sagittal, 45° and 60°), representing the 10:00, 10:30, and 11:00 clockface
positions for the right knee. The length of the femoral tunnel was compared
between the techniques and between male and female patients. Results: The mean ± SD femoral tunnel length with the TT technique was 40.0 ± 6.8 mm.
A significantly shorter tunnel was created with the AM portal technique at
30° coronal/45° sagittal (35.5 ± 3.8 mm), whereas a longer tunnel was
created at 60° coronal/60° sagittal (53.3 ± 5.3 mm; P <
.05 for both). The femoral tunnel created with the AM portal technique at
45° coronal/45° sagittal (40.7 ± 4.8 mm) created a similar tunnel length as
the TT technique. For all techniques, the femoral tunnel was significantly
shorter in female patients than male patients. Conclusion: The coronal and sagittal obliquity angles of the femoral tunnel in ACL
reconstruction can significantly affect its length. The femoral tunnel
created with the AM portal technique at 45° coronal/45° sagittal was similar
to that created with the TT technique. Clinical Relevance: Surgeons should be aware of the femoral tunnel shortening with lower coronal
obliquity angles, especially in female patients.
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- Dimitris Dimitriou
- School of Biomedical Engineering and Med-X Research Institute, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
- Department of Orthopedics, Bürgerspital Solothurn, Solothurn, Switzerland
- Department of Orthopedics, Balgrist University Hospital, Zürich, Switzerland
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- School of Biomedical Engineering and Med-X Research Institute, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
- Engineering Research Center of Digital Medicine and Clinical Translation, Ministry of Education, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Orthopaedic Implants and Clinical Translation R&D Center of 3D Printing Technology, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering and Med-X Research Institute, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
- Engineering Research Center of Digital Medicine and Clinical Translation, Ministry of Education, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Orthopaedic Implants and Clinical Translation R&D Center of 3D Printing Technology, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Bürgerspital Solothurn, Solothurn, Switzerland
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- School of Biomedical Engineering and Med-X Research Institute, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
- Engineering Research Center of Digital Medicine and Clinical Translation, Ministry of Education, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Orthopaedic Implants and Clinical Translation R&D Center of 3D Printing Technology, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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Non-anatomic tunnel position increases the risk of revision anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2022; 30:1388-1395. [PMID: 33983487 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-021-06607-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2021] [Accepted: 05/05/2021] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
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PURPOSE Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) graft failure is a complication that may require revision ACL reconstruction (ACL-R). Non-anatomic placement of the femoral tunnel is thought to be a frequent cause of graft failure; however, there is a lack of evidence to support this belief. The purpose of this study was to determine if non-anatomic femoral tunnel placement is associated with increased risk of revision ACL-R. METHODS After screening all 315 consecutive patients who underwent primary single-bundle ACL-R by a single senior orthopedic surgeon between January 2012 and January 2017, 58 patients were found to have both strict lateral radiographs and a minimum of 24 months follow-up without revision. From a group of 456 consecutive revision ACL-R, patients were screened for strictly lateral radiographs and 59 patients were included in the revision group. Femoral tunnel placement for each patient was determined using a strict lateral radiograph taken after the primary ACL-R using the quadrant method. The center of the femoral tunnel was measured in both the posterior-anterior (PA) and proximal-distal (PD) dimensions and represented as a percentage of the total distance (normal center of anatomic footprint: PA 25% and PD 29%). RESULTS In the PA dimension, the revision group had significantly more anterior femoral tunnel placement compared with the primary group (38% ± 11% vs. 28% ± 6%, p < 0.01). Among patients who underwent revision; those with non-traumatic chronic failure had statistically significant more anterior femoral tunnel placement than those who experienced traumatic failure (41% ± 13% vs. 35% ± 8%, p < 0.03). In the PD dimension, the revision group had significantly more proximal femoral tunnel placement compared with the primary group (30% ± 9% vs 38% ± 9%, p < 0.01). CONCLUSION In this retrospective study of 58 patients with successful primary ACL-R compared with 59 patients with failed ACL-R, anterior and proximal (high) femoral tunnels for ACL-R were shown to be independent risk factors for ACL revision surgery. As revision ACL-R is associated with patient- and economic burden, particular attention should be given to achieving an individualized, anatomic primary ACL-R. Surgeons may reduce the risk of revision ACL-R by placing the center of the femoral tunnel within the anatomic ACL footprint. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III.
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Kajave NS, Schmitt T, Patrawalla NY, Kishore V. Design-Build-Validate Strategy to 3D Print Bioglass Gradients for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Enthesis Reconstruction. Tissue Eng Part C Methods 2022; 28:158-167. [PMID: 35357966 PMCID: PMC9058883 DOI: 10.1089/ten.tec.2022.0035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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A rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the most common knee ligament injuries affecting the young and active population. Tissue engineering strategies to reconstruct the damaged ACL have met with significant challenges mainly associated with poor graft integration at the bone-ligament interface (i.e., enthesis). In this study, a "design-build-validate" strategy was employed by combining 3D Raman spectral mapping and 3D printing to develop a tissue engineered scaffold that is compositionally similar to the ACL bone-ligament interface and can provide the essential biochemical cues to promote interface regeneration and facilitate functional graft to bone integration. Results showed that Raman spectroscopy is a highly efficient nondestructive technique to determine the biochemical composition of native ACL enthesis. 3D printing using combinatory inks consisting of different compositions of methacrylated collagen (CMA) and Bioglass (BG) allowed for the fabrication of BG gradient-incorporated collagen matrices (BioGIMs) with a transition region confirmed by Alizarin red S staining. Furthermore, Raman spectroscopy validated replication of ACL enthesis composition in BioGIMs. In addition, human mesenchymal stem cells (hMSCs) cultured on BioGIMs showed morphological differences along the length of the BioGIMs as evidenced by confocal microscopy of cell cytoskeleton-stained images indicating that the cells can sense the underlying differences in matrix composition. Overall, the "design-build-validate" strategy developed in this study has significant potential to generate biomimetic tissue constructs for use at the interface regions of synthetic grafts to promote better host integration and achieve full reconstruction of the ACL. Impact statement Poor graft integration at the bone-ligament interface (i.e., enthesis) is a significant clinical problem in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) repair and reconstruction. In this study, Raman spectroscopy and 3D printing technologies were used in combination for the first time in a design-build-validate strategy to develop a continuous biomimetic Bioglass gradient-incorporated collagen matrix (BioGIM) that compositionally emulates the native ACL enthesis. These BioGIMs can be fused onto the ends of synthetic ACL grafts and have significant potential to provide the essential biochemical cues to guide tissue-specific cell differentiation, augment functional matrix reorganization, promote better graft integration, and achieve full reconstruction of damaged ACL.
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- Nilabh S Kajave
- Department of Biomedical and Chemical Engineering and Sciences, Florida Institute of Technology, Melbourne, Florida, USA
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- Department of Biomedical and Chemical Engineering and Sciences, Florida Institute of Technology, Melbourne, Florida, USA
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- Department of Biomedical and Chemical Engineering and Sciences, Florida Institute of Technology, Melbourne, Florida, USA
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- Department of Biomedical and Chemical Engineering and Sciences, Florida Institute of Technology, Melbourne, Florida, USA
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Tecame A, Buschini F, Dini F, Zampogna B, Ampollini A, Papalia R, Adravanti P. Failure rate analysis and clinical outcomes of two different femoral tunnel positions using anteromedial portal technique in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Knee 2022; 35:45-53. [PMID: 35219217 DOI: 10.1016/j.knee.2022.02.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2021] [Revised: 10/10/2021] [Accepted: 02/10/2022] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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AIM To analyze two different femoral tunnel positions and to evaluate their correlation with clinical, functional outcomes and surgical revision rate in patients who underwent primary arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction with anteromedial (AM) portal technique. METHODS From January 2015 to October 2018, we recruited 244 patients that underwent primary single-bundle ACL reconstruction, using four strand-semitendinosus graft and AM portal technique for femoral tunnel placement. Patients were divided into two groups based on the different femoral tunnel positions: 117 patients of group A had ACL footprint center femoral tunnel position compared with 127 patients of group B, with femoral tunnel placement close to the AM bundle footprint. Preoperatively and at last follow up, all patients were assessed subjectively by Lysholm, Tegner, and International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) scores, while Lachman, Pivot-shift, and KT-1000 tests were performed to evaluate knee joint stability. RESULTS Group B patients showed significantly better results in Lysholm, objective, and subjective IKDC scores compared with patients of group A (P < 0.001). A significantly higher surgical failure rate was found in group A than in group B (10.26% vs. 2.3%; P < 0.001). A higher anterior knee laxity was recorded in patients of group A than in patients of group B (1.9 ± 1.1 vs. 1.3 ± 1 mm; P < 0.001); a reduction in mean anterior tibial translation from preoperative to final follow up was found in group B compared with group A (3.5 ± 1.2 vs. 2.7 ± 1.1 mm; P < 0.001). No significant differences in the Tegner scale were found between the two groups. CONCLUSION ACL reconstruction performed using the AM portal technique showed better and more satisfactory clinical and functional outcomes associated with a lower failure rate when the femoral tunnel had been placed more eccentrically in the footprint, in the AM bundle center position.
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- A Tecame
- Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, "Città di Parma" Clinic, Parma, Italy.
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, Campus Bio-Medico University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, "Città di Parma" Clinic, Parma, Italy
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, Campus Bio-Medico University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, "Città di Parma" Clinic, Parma, Italy
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, Campus Bio-Medico University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, "Città di Parma" Clinic, Parma, Italy
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The Effect of Tibial Insertion Site in Single-Bundle ACL Reconstruction during Gait Based on Motion Capture and Musculoskeletal Model. JOURNAL OF HEALTHCARE ENGINEERING 2022; 2022:7596995. [PMID: 35281547 PMCID: PMC8913050 DOI: 10.1155/2022/7596995] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2022] [Revised: 01/25/2022] [Accepted: 02/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of tibial insertion site (TIS) of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in single-bundle ACL reconstruction on ligament force during gait. A musculoskeletal model with an ACL ligament was created, and gait data were collected based on the motion capture system from seven female patients with single-bundle ACL reconstruction. The TIS was simulated in OpenSim and systematically changed in 2.5 mm intervals (2.5 mm, 5.0 mm, and 7.5 mm) in the anteroposterior and mediolateral directions from the center. The changes of the ACL force overtime and peak force were compared using the Pearson correlation and paired t-test separately for all simulated TISs. The results indicated that anterior movement of the TIS would significantly increase the loading of reconstructed ACL and the risk of secondary injury, but the posterior TIS would keep the ACL loose during gait. The mediolateral change of the TIS also affected the ligament force during gait, which increased in the medial direction and decreased in lateral direction, but the magnitude of the change is relatively small compared with those measured in the anteroposterior direction. Therefore, during preoperative surgery planning, defining the outline of the ACL attachment site during surgery can help to guide the decision for the TIS and can significantly affect the reconstructed ACL force during gait, especially if the TIS is moved in the anteroposterior direction.
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Matar HE, Platt SR, Bloch BV, Board TN, Porter ML, Cameron HU, James PJ. Three orthopaedic operations, over 1,000 randomized controlled trials, in over 100,000 patients : what have we learnt? Bone Joint Res 2022; 11:23-25. [PMID: 35037764 PMCID: PMC8801171 DOI: 10.1302/2046-3758.111.bjr-2021-0341] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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- Hosam E Matar
- Nottingham Elective Orthopaedic Services, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, Nottingham, UK
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gold Coast University Hospital, Southport, Australia
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- Nottingham Elective Orthopaedic Services, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, Nottingham, UK
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- Centre for Hip Surgery, Wrightington Hospital, Wigan, UK
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- Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
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- Nottingham Elective Orthopaedic Services, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, Nottingham, UK
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Second Generation of Tissue-Engineered Ligament Substitutes for Torn ACL Replacement: Adaptations for Clinical Applications. Bioengineering (Basel) 2021; 8:bioengineering8120206. [PMID: 34940359 PMCID: PMC8698634 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering8120206] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2021] [Revised: 12/03/2021] [Accepted: 12/08/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) of the knee joint is one of the strongest ligaments of the body and is often the target of traumatic injuries. Unfortunately, its healing potential is limited, and the surgical options for its replacement are frequently associated with clinical issues. A bioengineered ACL (bACL) was developed using a collagen matrix, seeded with autologous cells and successfully grafted and integrated into goat knee joints. We hypothesize that, in order to reduce the cost and simplify the model, an acellular bACL can be used as a substitute for a torn ACL, and bone plugs can be replaced by endobuttons to fix the bACL in situ. First, acellular bACLs were successfully grafted in the goat model with 18% recovery of ultimate tensile strength 6 months after implantation (94 N/mm2 vs. 520). Second, a bACL with endobuttons was produced and tested in an exvivo bovine knee model. The natural collagen scaffold of the bACL contributes to supporting host cell migration, growth and differentiation in situ post-implantation. Bone plugs were replaced by endobuttons to design a second generation of bACLs that offer more versatility as biocompatible grafts for torn ACL replacement in humans. A robust collagen bACL will allow solving therapeutic issues currently encountered by orthopedic surgeons such as donor-site morbidity, graft failure and post-traumatic osteoarthritis.
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Iriuchishima T, Goto B. Systematic Review of Surgical Technique and Tunnel Target Points and Placement in Anatomical Single-Bundle ACL Reconstruction. J Knee Surg 2021; 34:1531-1538. [PMID: 32480416 DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1710521] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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The purpose of this systematic review was to reveal the trend in surgical technique and tunnel targets points and placement in anatomical single-bundle anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. Following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses (PRISMA) statement, data collection was performed. PubMed, EMBASE, and Cochran Review were searched using the terms "anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction," "anatomic or anatomical," and "single bundle." Studies were included when they reported clinical results, surgical technique, and/or tunnel placement evaluation. Laboratory studies, technical reports, case reports, and reviews were excluded from this study. From these full article reviews, graft selection, method of creating the femoral tunnel, and femoral and tibial tunnel target points and placement were evaluated. In the 79 studies included for data evaluation, the selected grafts were: bone patella tendon bone autograft (12%), and hamstring autograft (83%). The reported methods of creating the femoral tunnel were: transportal technique (54%), outside-in technique (15%), and transtibial technique (19%). In the 60 studies reporting tunnel target points, the target point was the center of the femoral footprint (60%), and the center of the anteromedial bundle footprint (22%). In the 23 studies evaluating tunnel placement, the femoral tunnel was placed in a shallow-deep direction (32.3%) and in a high-low direction (30.2%), and the tibial tunnel was placed from the anterior margin of the tibia (38.1%). The results of this systematic review revealed a trend in anatomical single-bundle ACL reconstruction favoring a hamstring tendon with a transportal technique, and a tunnel target point mainly at the center of the ACL footprint. The level of evidence stated is Systematic review of level-III studies.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kamimoku Spa Hospital, Minakami, Japan
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de Padua VBC, Saithna A, Chagas EFB, Zutin TLM, Piazzalunga LF, Patriarcha LF, Gelas PJDL, Helito CP. Rate of Tibial Tunnel Malposition Is Not Changed by Drilling Entirely Within the Stump of Preserved Remnants During ACL Reconstruction: A Prospective Comparative 3D-CT Study. Orthop J Sports Med 2021; 9:23259671211037324. [PMID: 34646899 PMCID: PMC8504236 DOI: 10.1177/23259671211037324] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2021] [Accepted: 05/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Background: Remnant preservation during anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction (ACLR) is controversial, and it is unclear whether the stump aids or obscures tibial tunnel positioning. Purpose/Hypothesis: The aim of this study was to determine whether the rate of tibial tunnel malposition is influenced by remnant preservation. The hypothesis was that using a remnant-preserving technique to drill entirely within the tibial stump would result in a significant reduction in tibial tunnel malposition as determined by postoperative 3-dimensional computed tomography (3D-CT). Study Design: Cohort study; Level of evidence, 2. Methods: Patients undergoing ACLR between October 2018 and December 2019 underwent surgery with a remnant-preserving technique (RP group) if they had a large stump present (>50% of the native ACL length) or if there was no remnant or if it was <50% of the native length of the ACL, they underwent remnant ablation (RA group) and use of standard landmarks for tunnel positioning. The postoperative tunnel location was reported as a percentage of the overall anteroposterior (AP) and mediolateral (ML) dimensions of the tibia on axial 3D-CT. The tunnel was classified as anatomically placed if the center lay between 30% and 55% of the AP length and between 40% and 51% of the ML length. Results: Overall, 52 patients were included in the study (26 in each group). The mean tunnel positions were 36.8% ± 5.5% AP and 46.7% ± 2.9% ML in the RP group and 35.6% ± 4.8% AP and 47.3% ± 2.3% ML in the RA group. There were no significant differences in the mean AP (P = .134) and ML (P = .098) tunnel positions between the groups. Inter- and intraobserver reliability varied between fair to excellent and good to excellent, respectively. There was no significant difference in the rate of malposition between groups (RP group, 7.7%; RA group, 11.5%; P ≥ .999). Conclusion: Drilling entirely within the ACL tibial stump using a remnant-preserving reconstruction technique did not significantly change the rate of tunnel malposition when compared with stump ablation and utilization of standard landmarks.
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- Grupo de Joelho, Instituto de Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil.,Hospital Sírio Libanês, São Paulo, Brazil
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Biomechanical Effects of Aspect Ratio of the Knee during Outside-In Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Surgery. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2021; 2021:3454475. [PMID: 34527735 PMCID: PMC8437649 DOI: 10.1155/2021/3454475] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2021] [Accepted: 08/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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We analyzed tunnel length, graft bending angle, and stress of the graft according to tunnel entry position and aspect ratio (ASR: ratio of anteroposterior depth to mediolateral width) of the articular surface for the distal femur during single-bundle outside-in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) surgery. We performed multiflexible body dynamic analyses with four ASR (98, 105, 111, and 117%) knee models. The various ASRs were associated with approximately 1 mm changes in tunnel length. The graft bending angle increased when the entry point was far from the lateral epicondyle and was larger when the ASR was smaller. The graft was at maximum stress, 117% ASR, when the tunnel entry point was near the lateral epicondyle. The maximum stress value at a 5 mm distance from the lateral epicondyle was 3.5 times higher than the 15 mm entry position, and the cases set to 111% and 105% ASR showed 1.9 times higher stress values when at a 5 mm distance compared with a 15 mm distance. In the case set at 98% ASR, the low-stress value showed a without-distance difference from the lateral epicondyle. Our results suggest that there is no relationship between the ASR and femoral tunnel length. A smaller ASR causes a higher graft bending angle, and a larger ASR causes greater stress in the graft.
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A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: Standard Techniques Are Comparable (299 Trials With 25,816 Patients). Arthrosc Sports Med Rehabil 2021; 3:e1211-e1226. [PMID: 34430902 PMCID: PMC8365213 DOI: 10.1016/j.asmr.2021.03.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2020] [Accepted: 03/24/2021] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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Purpose To provide an overview of all published randomized controlled trials (RCTs) in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) summarizing the available evidence. Methods Following PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines, we searched the Cochrane FIGCentral Register of Controlled Trials, Ovid MEDLINE, and Embase for RCTs of ACLR from their inception to August 26, 2020. Outcome measure was whether RCTs reported statistically significant findings. RCTs were then classified according to their intervention groups in a narrative synthesis of the evidence. Results In total, 299 RCTs met the inclusion criteria and were included with a total number of 25,186 patients. Only 30 RCTs (10%) reported significant differences between the intervention and the control groups. These included 101 RCTs on grafts, 20 RCTs on tunnel placements, 48 RCTs on graft fixation, 42 RCTs on single-bundle compared with double-bundle reconstructions, 11 RCTs on additional procedures, 11 RCTs on graft tensioning, 5 RCTs on timing of surgery, 25 RCTs on technical variations from standard techniques, 6 RCTs on ACL repair, 5 RCTs on navigation, 16 RCTs on perioperative management, and 9 RCTs on other aspects of ACLR. Only 14 RCTs (4.7%) reported outcomes beyond 10 years with greater allograft failures compared with autografts, high incidence of osteoarthritic changes in reconstructed knees (22%-100%), with no significant differences in outcomes between bioabsorbable or metal screws for graft fixation, patellar versus hamstrings or single- versus double-bundle reconstructions. Conclusions The evidence indicates that a standard arthroscopic single- or double-bundle ACLR with hamstrings/patella autografts, transportal technique, and fixation techniques familiar to the surgeon leads to comparable results. This evidence offers surgeons the flexibility to use standard and cost-effective techniques and achieve comparable outcomes. Level of Evidence Level II; systematic review of Level I-II randomized controlled trials.
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Alves AFF, de Arruda Miranda JR, de Souza SAS, Pereira RV, de Almeida Silvares PR, Yamashita S, Deffune E, de Pina DR. Texture analysis to differentiate anterior cruciate ligament in patients after surgery with platelet-rich plasma. J Orthop Surg Res 2021; 16:283. [PMID: 33910605 PMCID: PMC8080342 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-021-02437-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2020] [Accepted: 04/20/2021] [Indexed: 01/21/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has been used to favor anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) healing after reconstruction surgeries. However, clinical data are still inconclusive and subjective about PRP. Thus, we propose a quantitative method to demonstrate that PRP produced morphological structure changes. METHODS Thirty-four patients undergoing ACL reconstruction surgery were evaluated and divided into control group (sixteen patients) without PRP application and experiment group (eighteen patients) with intraoperative application of PRP. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans were performed 3 months after surgery. We used Matlab® and machine learning (ML) in Orange Canvas® to texture analysis (TA) features extraction. Experienced radiologists delimited the regions of interest (RoIs) in the T2-weighted images. Sixty-two texture parameters were extracted, including gray-level co-occurrence matrix and gray level run length. We used the algorithms logistic regression (LR), naive Bayes (NB), and stochastic gradient descent (SGD). RESULTS The accuracy of the classification with NB, LR, and SGD was 83.3%, 75%, 75%, respectively. For the area under the curve, NB, LR, and SGD presented values of 91.7%, 94.4%, 75%, respectively. In clinical evaluations, the groups show similar responses in terms of improvement in pain and increase in the IKDC index (International Knee Documentation Committee) and Lysholm score indices differing only in the assessment of flexion, which presents a significant difference for the group treated with PRP. CONCLUSIONS Here, we demonstrated quantitatively that patients who received PRP presented texture changes when compared to the control group. Thus, our findings suggest that PRP interferes with morphological parameters of the ACL. TRIAL REGISTRATION Protocol no. CAAE 56164316.6.0000.5411.
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- Allan Felipe Fattori Alves
- grid.410543.70000 0001 2188 478XMedical School, Sao Paulo State University Julio de Mesquita Filho, Av. Prof. Mário Rubens Guimarães Montenegro, s/n - UNESP - Campus de Botucatu, Botucatu, SP CEP 18618687 Brazil
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- grid.410543.70000 0001 2188 478XInstitute of Bioscience, Sao Paulo State University Julio de Mesquita Filho, R. Prof. Dr. Antônio Celso Wagner Zanin, 250 - Distrito de Rubião Junior, Botucatu, SP CEP 18618687 Brazil
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- grid.410543.70000 0001 2188 478XInstitute of Bioscience, Sao Paulo State University Julio de Mesquita Filho, R. Prof. Dr. Antônio Celso Wagner Zanin, 250 - Distrito de Rubião Junior, Botucatu, SP CEP 18618687 Brazil
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- grid.410543.70000 0001 2188 478XMedical School, Sao Paulo State University Julio de Mesquita Filho, Av. Prof. Mário Rubens Guimarães Montenegro, s/n - UNESP - Campus de Botucatu, Botucatu, SP CEP 18618687 Brazil
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- grid.410543.70000 0001 2188 478XMedical School, Sao Paulo State University Julio de Mesquita Filho, Av. Prof. Mário Rubens Guimarães Montenegro, s/n - UNESP - Campus de Botucatu, Botucatu, SP CEP 18618687 Brazil
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- grid.410543.70000 0001 2188 478XMedical School, Sao Paulo State University Julio de Mesquita Filho, Av. Prof. Mário Rubens Guimarães Montenegro, s/n - UNESP - Campus de Botucatu, Botucatu, SP CEP 18618687 Brazil
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- grid.410543.70000 0001 2188 478XMedical School, Sao Paulo State University Julio de Mesquita Filho, Av. Prof. Mário Rubens Guimarães Montenegro, s/n - UNESP - Campus de Botucatu, Botucatu, SP CEP 18618687 Brazil
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- grid.410543.70000 0001 2188 478XMedical School, Sao Paulo State University Julio de Mesquita Filho, Av. Prof. Mário Rubens Guimarães Montenegro, s/n - UNESP - Campus de Botucatu, Botucatu, SP CEP 18618687 Brazil
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Montreuil J, Saleh J, Cresson T, De Guise JA, Lavoie F. Tibial Tunnel Placement in ACL Reconstruction Using a Novel Grid and Biplanar Stereoradiographic Imaging. Orthop J Sports Med 2021; 9:2325967121989369. [PMID: 34250158 PMCID: PMC8239338 DOI: 10.1177/2325967121989369] [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: 09/13/2020] [Accepted: 10/16/2020] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Background: Nonanatomic graft placement is a frequent cause of anterior cruciate ligament
reconstruction (ACLR) failure, and it can be attributed to either tibial or
femoral tunnel malposition. To describe tibial tunnel placement in ACLR, we
used EOS, a low-dose biplanar stereoradiographic imaging modality, to create
a comprehensive grid that combines anteroposterior (AP) and mediolateral
(ML) coordinates. Purpose: To (1) validate the automated grid generated from EOS imaging and (2) compare
the results with optimal tibial tunnel placement. Study Design: Descriptive laboratory study. Methods: Using EOS, 3-dimensional models were created of the knees of 37 patients who
had undergone ACLR. From the most medial, lateral, anterior, and posterior
points on the tibial plateau of the EOS 3-dimensional model for each
patient, an automated and personalized grid was generated from 2 independent
observers’ series of reconstructions. To validate this grid, each observer
also manually measured the ML and AP distances, the medial proximal tibial
angle (MPTA), and the tibial slope for each patient. The ideal tibial tunnel
placement, as described in the literature, was compared with the actual
tibial tunnel grid coordinates of each patient. Results: The automated grid metrics for observer 1 gave a mean (95% CI) AP depth of
54.7 mm (53.4-55.9), ML width of 75.0 mm (73.3-76.6), MPTA of 84.9°
(83.7-86.0), and slope of 7.2° (5.4-9.0). The differences with corresponding
manual measurements were means (95% CIs) of 2.4 mm (1.4-3.4 mm), 0.5 mm
(–1.3 to 2.2 mm), 1.2° (–0.4° to 2.9°), and –0.4° (–2.1° to 1.2°),
respectively. The correlation between automated and manual measurements was
r = 0.78 for the AP depth, r = 0.68
for the ML width, r = 0.18 for the MPTA, and
r = 0.44 for the slope. The center of the actual tibial
aperture on the plateau was a mean of 5.5 mm (95% CI, 4.8-6.1 mm) away from
the referenced anatomic position, with a tendency toward more medial
placement. Conclusion: The automated grid created using biplanar stereoradiographic imaging provided
a novel, precise, and reproducible description of the tibial tunnel
placement in ACLR. Clinical Relevance: This technique can be used during preoperative planning, intraoperative
guidance, and postoperative evaluation of tibial tunnel placement in
ACLR.
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- Julien Montreuil
- Laboratoire de recherche en Imagerie et Orthopédie de l'ETS, Montréal, Québec, Canada.,McGill Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Montreal General Hospital, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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- Faculté de Médecine, Université de Sherbrooke, Sherbrooke, Québec, Canada
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- Laboratoire de recherche en Imagerie et Orthopédie de l'ETS, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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- Laboratoire de recherche en Imagerie et Orthopédie de l'ETS, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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- Service de chirurgie orthopédique, Centre Hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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Influence of selected plane on the evaluation of tibial tunnel locations using a three-dimensional bone model in double-bundle anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Knee 2021; 29:298-304. [PMID: 33677154 DOI: 10.1016/j.knee.2021.02.020] [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: 10/28/2020] [Revised: 01/22/2021] [Accepted: 02/15/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND The purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of a selected plane on the evaluation of tibial tunnel locations following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) between two planes: the plane parallel to the tibial plateau (Plane A) and the plane perpendicular to the proximal tibial shaft axis (Plane B). METHODS Thirty-four patients who underwent double-bundle ACLR were included. Three-dimensional model of tibia was created using computed tomography images 2 weeks postoperatively, and tibial tunnels of the anteromedial bundle (AMB) and posterolateral bundle (PLB) were extracted. To evaluate tibial tunnel locations, two planes (Planes A and B) were created. The locations of the tibial tunnel apertures of each bundle were evaluated using a grid method and compared between Planes A and B. The difference in coronal alignment between Planes A and B were also assessed. RESULTS The AMB and PLB tunnel apertures in Plane A were significantly more laterally located than in Plane B (mean difference; AMB, 1.5%; PLB, 1.7%, P < 0.01). There were no significant differences in the anteroposterior direction between the planes. Coronal alignment difference between the planes was 16.8 ± 2.2°; Plane B was more valgus than Plane A. CONCLUSION Although tibial tunnel locations were not significantly influenced by the selected planes in the AP direction, subtle but statistically significant differences were found in the ML direction between the Planes A and B in double-bundle anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. The findings suggest that both Planes A and B can be used in the assessment of tibial tunnel locations after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.
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Lei T, Zhang T, Ju W, Chen X, Heng BC, Shen W, Yin Z. Biomimetic strategies for tendon/ligament-to-bone interface regeneration. Bioact Mater 2021; 6:2491-2510. [PMID: 33665493 PMCID: PMC7889437 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioactmat.2021.01.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2020] [Revised: 01/04/2021] [Accepted: 01/20/2021] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Tendon/ligament-to-bone healing poses a formidable clinical challenge due to the complex structure, composition, cell population and mechanics of the interface. With rapid advances in tissue engineering, a variety of strategies including advanced biomaterials, bioactive growth factors and multiple stem cell lineages have been developed to facilitate the healing of this tissue interface. Given the important role of structure-function relationship, the review begins with a brief description of enthesis structure and composition. Next, the biomimetic biomaterials including decellularized extracellular matrix scaffolds and synthetic-/natural-origin scaffolds are critically examined. Then, the key roles of the combination, concentration and location of various growth factors in biomimetic application are emphasized. After that, the various stem cell sources and culture systems are described. At last, we discuss unmet needs and existing challenges in the ideal strategies for tendon/ligament-to-bone regeneration and highlight emerging strategies in the field.
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- Tingyun Lei
- Dr. Li Dak Sum & Yip Yio Chin Center for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine and Department of Orthopedic Surgery of Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China.,Key Laboratory of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine of Zhejiang Province, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China
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- Dr. Li Dak Sum & Yip Yio Chin Center for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine and Department of Orthopedic Surgery of Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China.,Key Laboratory of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine of Zhejiang Province, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China
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- Dr. Li Dak Sum & Yip Yio Chin Center for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine and Department of Orthopedic Surgery of Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China.,Key Laboratory of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine of Zhejiang Province, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China
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- Key Laboratory of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine of Zhejiang Province, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China.,Department of Orthopedic Surgery of The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310052, China.,Department of Sports Medicine, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China.,China Orthopedic Regenerative Medicine Group (CORMed), Hangzhou, 310058, China
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- Key Laboratory of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine of Zhejiang Province, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China.,Department of Orthopedic Surgery of The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310052, China.,Department of Sports Medicine, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China.,China Orthopedic Regenerative Medicine Group (CORMed), Hangzhou, 310058, China
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- Dr. Li Dak Sum & Yip Yio Chin Center for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine and Department of Orthopedic Surgery of Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China.,Key Laboratory of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine of Zhejiang Province, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China.,Department of Sports Medicine, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China.,China Orthopedic Regenerative Medicine Group (CORMed), Hangzhou, 310058, China
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Stone AV, Chahla J, Manderle BJ, Beletsky A, Bush-Joseph CA, Verma NN. ACL Reconstruction Graft Angle and Outcomes: Transtibial vs Anteromedial Reconstruction. HSS J 2020; 16:256-263. [PMID: 33380955 PMCID: PMC7749890 DOI: 10.1007/s11420-019-09707-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2019] [Accepted: 07/01/2019] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND The importance of creating an anatomic anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction has been receiving significant attention. The best technique by which to achieve this anatomic reconstruction continues to be debated. The two most common methods are the transtibial (TT) and anteromedial (AM) techniques. Each has its advantages and disadvantages, and the literature comparing the two remains uncertain. QUESTIONS/PURPOSES In this prospective comparative study, we aimed to compare the ACL graft and tunnel angles achieved using the anatomic transtibial (TT) and anteromedial (AM) techniques; compare the ACL graft and tunnel angles in knees that have undergone ACL reconstruction and knees with intact ACLs; and determine whether differences in the graft or tunnel angle produce differences in clinical outcomes, as measured using both physical exam and patient-reported outcomes, after ACL reconstruction. METHODS Patients who underwent primary ACL reconstruction with bone-tendon-bone grafts using a TT or AM technique were included. Femoral graft angle (FGA), tibial graft angle (TGA), and sagittal orientation of the reconstructed ACL and contralateral native ACL were measured on post-operative magnetic resonance imaging. Post-operatively, patients underwent measurement of knee stability and completed the Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS) survey. RESULTS Twenty-nine patients were enrolled (AM group, 14; TT group, 15); at follow-up, KOOS data were available for 26 patients (13 in each group). There were no differences in sagittal ACL graft angle between groups or in comparison with the normal knee. The FGA was more vertical after TT reconstructions; the TGA was comparable between groups. There were no significant differences in 2-year post-operative physical exam measurements or in KOOS scores. CONCLUSION Anatomic ACL angle was restored after reconstruction with both the TT and AM techniques, despite different FGAs. No significant differences in clinical outcome were noted between groups on physical exam or KOOS at 2 years after surgery. These results suggest that TT reconstruction results in a graft position similar to that seen in AM reconstruction and that the location of the intra-articular tunnel aperture matters more than the orientation of the tunnel.
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- Austin V. Stone
- grid.266539.d0000 0004 1936 8438Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY USA
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- grid.240684.c0000 0001 0705 3621Division of Sports Medicine, Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, Rush University Medical Center, 1611 W Harrison St., Chicago, IL 60616 USA
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- grid.240684.c0000 0001 0705 3621Division of Sports Medicine, Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, Rush University Medical Center, 1611 W Harrison St., Chicago, IL 60616 USA
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- grid.240684.c0000 0001 0705 3621Division of Sports Medicine, Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, Rush University Medical Center, 1611 W Harrison St., Chicago, IL 60616 USA
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- grid.240684.c0000 0001 0705 3621Division of Sports Medicine, Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, Rush University Medical Center, 1611 W Harrison St., Chicago, IL 60616 USA
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- grid.240684.c0000 0001 0705 3621Division of Sports Medicine, Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, Rush University Medical Center, 1611 W Harrison St., Chicago, IL 60616 USA
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Vignos MF, Smith CR, Roth JD, Kaiser JM, Baer GS, Kijowski R, Thelen DG. Anterior Cruciate Ligament Graft Tunnel Placement and Graft Angle Are Primary Determinants of Internal Knee Mechanics After Reconstructive Surgery. Am J Sports Med 2020; 48:3503-3514. [PMID: 33175559 PMCID: PMC8374934 DOI: 10.1177/0363546520966721] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [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 Graft placement is a modifiable and often discussed surgical factor in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction (ACLR). However, the sensitivity of functional knee mechanics to variability in graft placement is not well understood. PURPOSE To (1) investigate the relationship of ACL graft tunnel location and graft angle with tibiofemoral kinematics in patients with ACLR, (2) compare experimentally measured relationships with those observed with a computational model to assess the predictive capabilities of the model, and (3) use the computational model to determine the effect of varying ACL graft tunnel placement on tibiofemoral joint mechanics during walking. STUDY DESIGN Controlled laboratory study. METHODS Eighteen participants who had undergone ACLR were tested. Bilateral ACL footprint location and graft angle were assessed using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Bilateral knee laxity was assessed at the completion of rehabilitation. Dynamic MRI was used to measure tibiofemoral kinematics and cartilage contact during active knee flexion-extension. Additionally, a total of 500 virtual ACLR models were created from a nominal computational knee model by varying ACL footprint locations, graft stiffness, and initial tension. Laxity tests, active knee extension, and walking were simulated with each virtual ACLR model. Linear regressions were performed between internal knee mechanics and ACL graft tunnel locations and angles for the patients with ACLR and the virtual ACLR models. RESULTS Static and dynamic MRI revealed that a more vertical graft in the sagittal plane was significantly related (P < .05) to a greater laxity compliance index (R2 = 0.40) and greater anterior tibial translation and internal tibial rotation during active knee extension (R2 = 0.22 and 0.23, respectively). Similarly, knee extension simulations with the virtual ACLR models revealed that a more vertical graft led to greater laxity compliance index, anterior translation, and internal rotation (R2 = 0.56, 0.26, and 0.13). These effects extended to simulations of walking, with a more vertical ACL graft inducing greater anterior tibial translation, ACL loading, and posterior migration of contact on the tibial plateaus. CONCLUSION This study provides clinical evidence from patients who underwent ACLR and from complementary modeling that functional postoperative knee mechanics are sensitive to graft tunnel locations and graft angle. Of the factors studied, the sagittal angle of the ACL was particularly influential on knee mechanics. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Early-onset osteoarthritis from altered cartilage loading after ACLR is common. This study shows that postoperative cartilage loading is sensitive to graft angle. Therefore, variability in graft tunnel placement resulting in small deviations from the anatomic ACL angle might contribute to the elevated risk of osteoarthritis after ACLR.
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- Michael F. Vignos
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Wisconsin – Madison 1513 University Avenue, Madison, WI, USA 53706
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Wisconsin – Madison 1513 University Avenue, Madison, WI, USA 53706
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Wisconsin – Madison1513 University Avenue, Madison, WI, USA 53706
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Wisconsin – Madison 1513 University Avenue, Madison, WI, USA 53706
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- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Wisconsin - Madison, 1685 Highland Avenue, Madison, WI, USA 53705
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- Department of Radiology, University of Wisconsin - Madison, 600 Highland Avenue, Madison, WI 53792
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Wisconsin – Madison 1513 University Avenue, Madison, WI, USA 53706
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Konarski A, Strang M, Jain N. The natural orientation of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament compared to the tibial plateau on magnetic resonance imaging scans. J Orthop 2020; 22:422-426. [PMID: 33029047 DOI: 10.1016/j.jor.2020.09.010] [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: 09/04/2020] [Accepted: 09/13/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022] Open
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PURPOSE Remnant preserving Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) reconstruction requires the graft to be passed through the remnant ACL stump. This requires knowledge of the native alignment of the ACL. We investigated the alignment and orientation compared directly to the tibial plateau on Magnetic Resonance Imaging. We assessed if current equipment is adequate for anatomical reconstruction. METHODS 50 MRI scans with intact ACL and PCL were reviewed. Measurements were taken of; a) angle of ACL and tibial plateau in the sagittal plane, b) angle of ACL and tibial plateau in the coronal plane, c) position of ACL insertion into tibia as percentage of anterior-posterior width, d) position of ACL insertion into tibia as percentage of medio-lateral width. Statistical analysis included intra and interobserver agreement. Commonly used tibial guides were assessed for range of angles possible in use. RESULTS The mean results for each measurement (+/- standard deviation) were; a) 45°(4.4°), b) 69°(5.5°), c) 37.2%(5.5%) d) 47.4%(1.5%). Intra-observer and inter-observer reliability were measured with satisfactory values. Not all tibial guides were able to produce an angle <45°. CONCLUSION Our study is the first comparing the angle of inclination of the ACL directly with the tibial plateau. We demonstrate the angle in the sagittal plane is lower than reported previously. This data can be used in planning the tibial tunnel using remnant preserving techniques, to orientate in the natural alignment of the ACL. Not all reconstruction systems include options to align at the lower than previously thought natural angle of the ACL. EVIDENCE LEVEL III.
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- Alastair Konarski
- Pennine Acute Hospitals NHS Trust, Delaunays Rd, Manchester, M8 5RB, United Kingdom
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- Pennine Acute Hospitals NHS Trust, Delaunays Rd, Manchester, M8 5RB, United Kingdom
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- Pennine Acute Hospitals NHS Trust, Delaunays Rd, Manchester, M8 5RB, United Kingdom
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Techniques for In Vivo Measurement of Ligament and Tendon Strain: A Review. Ann Biomed Eng 2020; 49:7-28. [PMID: 33025317 PMCID: PMC7773624 DOI: 10.1007/s10439-020-02635-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2020] [Accepted: 09/22/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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The critical clinical and scientific insights achieved through knowledge of in vivo musculoskeletal soft tissue strains has motivated the development of relevant measurement techniques. This review provides a comprehensive summary of the key findings, limitations, and clinical impacts of these techniques to quantify musculoskeletal soft tissue strains during dynamic movements. Current technologies generally leverage three techniques to quantify in vivo strain patterns, including implantable strain sensors, virtual fibre elongation, and ultrasound. (1) Implantable strain sensors enable direct measurements of tissue strains with high accuracy and minimal artefact, but are highly invasive and current designs are not clinically viable. (2) The virtual fibre elongation method tracks the relative displacement of tissue attachments to measure strains in both deep and superficial tissues. However, the associated imaging techniques often require exposure to radiation, limit the activities that can be performed, and only quantify bone-to-bone tissue strains. (3) Ultrasound methods enable safe and non-invasive imaging of soft tissue deformation. However, ultrasound can only image superficial tissues, and measurements are confounded by out-of-plane tissue motion. Finally, all in vivo strain measurement methods are limited in their ability to establish the slack length of musculoskeletal soft tissue structures. Despite the many challenges and limitations of these measurement techniques, knowledge of in vivo soft tissue strain has led to improved clinical treatments for many musculoskeletal pathologies including anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, Achilles tendon repair, and total knee replacement. This review provides a comprehensive understanding of these measurement techniques and identifies the key features of in vivo strain measurement that can facilitate innovative personalized sports medicine treatment.
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Wang D, Wang Z, Li M, Xu S. The underlying mechanism of partial anterior cruciate ligament injuries to the meniscus degeneration of knee joint in rabbit models. J Orthop Surg Res 2020; 15:428. [PMID: 32948236 PMCID: PMC7501669 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-020-01954-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [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: 03/21/2020] [Accepted: 09/10/2020] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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Background The diagnosis, treatment, and efficacy evaluation of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) partial rupture remains controversial. This research aims to investigate the underlying mechanism of partial ACL injuries to the meniscus degeneration in the rabbit knee. Methods Sixty New Zealand white rabbits were randomly divided into three groups including an experimental group, a sham group (n = 6), and a blank control group (n = 6). The experimental group is composed of an anteromedial bundle (AMB) rupture group (n = 24) and a posterolateral bundle (PLB) rupture group (n = 24). Rabbits in the experimental group were subjected to right hind limbs knee surgery to induce ACL part injury under the arthroscopy. Finally, eight rabbits including 6 in the model group and 2 in the control group were sampled randomly on the 2nd, 4th, and 8th weeks respectively. We observed the typical form of the meniscus through HE staining. Expressions of inflammatory factors including interleukin-1β (IL-1β) and IL-17 in the knee joint fluid were determined by means of an ELISA. Analysis of the mRNA expressions of matrix metalloproteinases-13(MMP-13) was performed to evaluate the inflammatory mediators in the pathogenesis of the meniscus. Results HE staining results showed that the surface was rough and the tissues were loose displaying collagen fibers of varying thickness. Both IL-1β and IL-17 in the synovial fluid and the positive rate of MMP-13 in addition to MMP-13 mRNA showed a demonstrable increase treads from the 2nd to the 8th week. The significant difference was found (P < 0.05) compared to the control group. Conclusion We conclude that the elevated levels of IL-1β and IL-17, along with increased MMP13 expression, resulted in meniscus degradation in the rabbit knee joint model with partial ACL injury.
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- Dalin Wang
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Associated Hospital, Beihua University, Jilin, 132013, Jilin, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Associated Hospital, Beihua University, Jilin, 132013, Jilin, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Clinical Diagnosis, School of Laboratory Medicine, Beihua University, No.3999, East Road of Binjiang, Jilin, 132013, Jilin, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, the First Hospital of National Petroleum Industry Co. Ltd, Jilin, 132015, People's Republic of China
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Techniques for Femoral Socket Creation in ACL Reconstruction. Sports Med Arthrosc Rev 2020; 28:56-65. [PMID: 32345927 DOI: 10.1097/jsa.0000000000000281] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is common and affects a wide variety of individuals. An ACL reconstruction is the treatment of choice for patients with subjective and objective symptoms of instability and is of particular importance to cutting or pivoting athletes. With many variables involved in ACL reconstruction, femoral tunnel placement has been found to affect clinical outcomes with nonanatomic placement being identified as the most common technical error. Traditionally the femoral tunnel was created through the tibial tunnel or transtibial with the use of a guide and a rigid reaming system. Because of proximal, nonanatomic tunnel placement using the transtibial technique, the use of the anteromedial portal and outside-in drilling techniques has allowed placement of the tunnel over the femoral footprint. In this paper, we discuss the difference between the 3 techniques and the advantages and disadvantages of each. The authors then explore the clinical differences and outcomes in techniques by reviewing the relevant literature.
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Montreuil J, Saleh J, Cresson T, De Guise JA, Lavoie F. Femoral Tunnel Placement Analysis in ACL Reconstruction Through Use of a Novel 3-Dimensional Reference With Biplanar Stereoradiographic Imaging. Orthop J Sports Med 2020; 8:2325967120915709. [PMID: 32426408 PMCID: PMC7219010 DOI: 10.1177/2325967120915709] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [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] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Background: The femoral-sided anatomic footprint of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) has been widely studied during the past decades. Nonanatomic placement is an important cause of ACL reconstruction (ACLR) failure. Purpose: To describe femoral tunnel placement in ACLR through use of a comprehensive 3-dimensional (3D) cylindrical coordinate system combining both the traditional clockface technique and the quadrant method. Our objective was to validate this technique and evaluate its reproducibility. Study Design: Descriptive laboratory study. Methods: The EOS Imaging System was used to make 3D models of the knee for 37 patients who had undergone ACLR. We designed an automated cylindrical reference software program individualized to the distal femoral morphology of each patient. Cylinder parameters were collected from 2 observers’ series of 3D models. Each independent observer also manually measured the corresponding parameters using a lateral view of the 3D contours and a 2-dimensional stereoradiographic image for the corresponding patient. Results: The average cylinder produced from the first observer’s EOS 3D models had a 30.0° orientation (95% CI, 28.4°-31.5°), 40.4 mm length (95% CI, 39.3-41.4 mm), and 19.3 mm diameter (95% CI, 18.6-20.0 mm). For the second observer, these measurements were 29.7° (95% CI, 28.1°-31.3°), 40.7 mm (95% CI, 39.7-41.8 mm), and 19.7 mm (95% CI, 18.8-20.6 mm), respectively. Our method showed moderate intertest intraclass correlation among all 3 measuring techniques for both length (r = 0.68) and diameter (r = 0.63) but poor correlation for orientation (r = 0.44). In terms of interobserver reproducibility of the automated EOS 3D method, similar results were obtained: moderate to excellent correlations for length (r = 0.95; P < .001) and diameter (r = 0.66; P < .001) but poor correlation for orientation (r = 0.29; P < .08). With this reference system, we were able to describe the placement of each individual femoral tunnel aperture, averaging a difference of less than 10 mm from the historical anatomic description by Bernard et al. Conclusion: This novel 3D cylindrical coordinate system using biplanar, stereoradiographic, low-irradiation imaging showed a precision comparable with standard manual measurements for ACLR femoral tunnel placement. Our results also suggest that automated cylinders issued from EOS 3D models show adequate accuracy and reproducibility. Clinical Relevance: This technique will open multiple possibilities in ACLR femoral tunnel placement in terms of preoperative planning, postoperative feedback, and even intraoperative guidance with augmented reality.
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- Julien Montreuil
- Laboratoire de recherche en Imagerie et Orthopédie de l'ETS, Montréal, Québec, Canada.,McGill Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Montréal General Hospital, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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- Faculté de Médecine, Université de Sherbrooke, Sherbrooke, Québec, Canada
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- Laboratoire de recherche en Imagerie et Orthopédie de l'ETS, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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- Laboratoire de recherche en Imagerie et Orthopédie de l'ETS, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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- Service de chirurgie orthopédique, Centre Hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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Cai J, Ai C, Chen J, Chen S. Biomineralizaion of hydroxyapatite on polyethylene terephthalate artificial ligaments promotes graft-bone healing after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: An in vitro and in vivo study. J Biomater Appl 2020; 35:193-204. [PMID: 32338167 DOI: 10.1177/0885328220921530] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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The purpose of the present study is to modify the polyethylene terephthalate ligament with hydroxyapatite via biomineralization and to investigate its effect on graft-bone healing. After biomineralization of hydroxyapatite, the surface characterization of polyethylene terephthalate ligament was examined by scanning electron microscopy, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, and water contact angle measurements. The compatibility and osteoinduction, along with the underlying signaling pathway involved of hydroxyapatite-polyethylene terephthalate ligament, were evaluated in vitro. Moreover, a rabbit anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction model was established, and the polyethylene terephthalate or hydroxyapatite-polyethylene terephthalate artificial ligament was implanted into the knee. The micro-computed tomography analysis, histological, and immunohistochemical examination as well as biomechanical test were performed to investigate the effect of hydroxyapatite coating in vivo. The results of scanning electron microscopy, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, and X-ray diffraction showed that the hydroxyapatite was successfully deposited on the polyethylene terephthalate ligament. Water contact angle of the hydroxyapatite-polyethylene terephthalate group was significantly smaller than that of the polyethylene terephthalate group. The in vitro study showed that hydroxyapatite coating significantly improved adhesion and proliferation of MC3T3-E1 cells. The osteogenic differentiation of cells was also enhanced through the activation of ERK1/2 pathway. The micro-computed tomography, histological, and immunohistochemical results showed that biomineralization of hydroxyapatite significantly promoted new bone and fibrocartilage tissue formation at 12 weeks postoperatively. Moreover, the failure load and stiffness in the hydroxyapatite-polyethylene terephthalate group were higher than that in the polyethylene terephthalate group. Therefore, biomineralizaion of hydroxyapatite enhances the biocompatibility and osseointegration of the polyethylene terephthalate artificial ligament, thus promoting graft-bone healing for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction through the activation of ERK1/2 pathway.
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- Jiangyu Cai
- Department of Sports Medicine, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, P. R. China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, P. R. China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, P. R. China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, P. R. China
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Yue L, DeFroda SF, Sullivan K, Garcia D, Owens BD. Mechanisms of Bone Tunnel Enlargement Following Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. JBJS Rev 2020; 8:e0120. [DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.rvw.19.00120] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Naghibi H, Janssen D, Van Tienen T, Van de Groes S, Van de Boogaard T, Verdonschot N. A novel approach for optimal graft positioning and tensioning in anterior cruciate ligament reconstructive surgery based on the finite element modeling technique. Knee 2020; 27:384-396. [PMID: 32024608 DOI: 10.1016/j.knee.2020.01.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2019] [Revised: 11/26/2019] [Accepted: 01/20/2020] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND In ACL-reconstructed patients the postoperative knee biomechanics may differ from the intact knee biomechanical behavior which can alter knee kinematics and kinetics, and as a result lead to the progression of knee osteoarthritis. The aim of this study was to demonstrate the potential of finite element models to define the optimal choices in surgical parameters in terms of optimal graft positioning in combination with graft type in order to restore the kinematic and kinetic behavior of the knee as best as possible. METHODS A workflow was proposed based on cadaveric experiments in order to restore the injured knee to a near normal physiological condition. Femoral and tibial graft insertion sites and graft fixation tension were optimized to obtain similar intact knee laxity, for three common single-bundle and one double-bundle reconstructions. To verify the success of the surgery with the variables calculated using the proposed workflow, a full walking cycle was simulated with the intact, ACL-ruptured, optimal ACL-reconstructed and non-optimal reconstructed knees. RESULTS Our results suggested that for patellar tendon and hamstring tendon grafts, anatomical positioning (fixation force: 40 N), and for quadriceps tendon graft, isometric positioning (fixation tension: 85 N) could recover the intact joint kinematics and kinetics. Also for double-bundle reconstruction, with the numerically calculated optimal insertion sites, both bundles needed 50-N fixation force. CONCLUSIONS With optimal graft positioning parameters, following the proposed workflow in this study, any of the single-bundle graft types and surgical techniques (single vs. double-bundle) may be used to acceptably recover the intact knee joint biomechanical behavior.
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- Hamid Naghibi
- Robotics and Mechatronics Lab, University of Twente, Enschede, the Netherlands.
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- Radboud University Medical Center, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, Orthopaedic Research Lab, 6525, GA, Nijmegen, the Netherlands
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- Radboud University Medical Center, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, Orthopaedic Research Lab, 6525, GA, Nijmegen, the Netherlands
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- Radboud University Medical Center, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, Orthopaedic Research Lab, 6525, GA, Nijmegen, the Netherlands
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- Nonlinear Solid Mechanics, Faculty of Engineering Technology, University of Twente, Enschede, the Netherlands
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- Radboud University Medical Center, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, Orthopaedic Research Lab, 6525, GA, Nijmegen, the Netherlands; Laboratory of Biomechanical Engineering, University of Twente, Enschede, the Netherlands
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Su CA, Knapik DM, Trivedi NN, Megerian MF, Salata MJ, Voos JE. Femoral Interference Screw Fixation in ACL Reconstruction Using Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Grafts. JBJS Rev 2020; 8:e0066. [PMID: 32105240 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.rvw.19.00066] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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» Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is a commonly performed orthopaedic procedure with numerous reconstructive graft and fixation options. Interference screws have become one of the most commonly utilized methods of securing ACL grafts such as bone-patellar tendon-bone (BPTB) autografts.
» The composition of interference screws has undergone substantial evolution over the past several decades, and numerous advantages and disadvantages are associated with each design.
» The composition, geometry, and insertional torque of interference screws have important implications for screw biomechanics and may ultimately influence the strength, stability of graft fixation, and biologic healing in ACL reconstruction.
» This article reviews the development and biomechanical properties of interference screws while examining outcomes, complications, and gaps in knowledge that are associated with the use of femoral interference screws during BPTB ACL reconstruction.
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- Charles A Su
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, Ohio
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Maffulli N, Oliviero A. Review of Jones (1963) on ‘Reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament. A technique using the central one-third of the patellar ligament‘. J ISAKOS 2019. [DOI: 10.1136/jisakos-2019-000374] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Biomechanical considerations are crucial for the success of tendon and meniscus allograft integration-a systematic review. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2019; 27:1708-1716. [PMID: 30291394 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-018-5185-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2018] [Accepted: 09/27/2018] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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PURPOSE This systematic review intends to give an overview of the current knowledge on how allografts used for the reconstruction of cruciate ligaments and menisci are integrated and specifically perform regarding their biomechanical function. METHODS Two reviewers reviewed the PubMed and Central Cochrane library with focus on the biomechanical integration of tendon ligament and meniscus allografts. The literature search was conducted in accordance with the PRISMA statement for reporting systematic reviews and meta-analyses. RESULTS The analysed literature on tendon allografts shows that they are more vulnerable to overstretching in the phase of degradation compared to autografts as the revascularization process starts later and takes longer. Therefore, to avoid excessive graft loads, allografts for cruciate ligament replacement should be selected that exhibit much higher failure loads than the native ligaments to counteract the detrimental effect of degradation. Further, placement techniques should be considered that result in a minimum of strain differences during knee joint motion, which is best achieved by near-isometric placement. The most important biomechanical parameters for meniscus allograft transplantation are secure fixation and proper graft sizing. Allograft attachment by bone plugs or by a bone block is superior to circumferential suturing and enables the allograft to restore the chondroprotective biomechanical function. Graft sizing is also of major relevance, because too small grafts are not able to compensate the knee joint incongruity and too large grafts may fail due to extrusion. Only adequate sizing and fixation together can lead to a biomechanically functioning allograft. The objective assessment of the biomechanical quality of allografts in a clinical setting is challenging, but would be highly desirable for monitoring the remodelling and incorporation process. CONCLUSIONS Currently, indicators like ap-stability after ACL reconstruction or meniscal extrusion represent only indirect measures for biomechanical graft integration. These parameters are at best clinical indicators of allograft function, but the overall integration properties comprising e.g. fixation and graft stiffness remain unknown. Therefore, future research should e.g. focus on advanced imaging techniques or other non-invasive methods allowing for in vivo assessment of biomechanical allograft properties.
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Campos GCD, Nunes LFB, Arruda LRP, Teixeira PEP, Amaral GHA, Alves Junior WDM. CURRENT PANORAMA OF ANTERIOR CRUCIATE LIGAMENT RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY IN BRAZIL. ACTA ORTOPEDICA BRASILEIRA 2019; 27:146-151. [PMID: 31452610 PMCID: PMC6699397 DOI: 10.1590/1413-785220192703182208] [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] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study aims to establish the current panorama of the anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery in Brazil. METHODS A survey that consisted of a 24-item questionnaire including surgeon's demographics, preferred technique, graft selection, graft positioning, use of braces, drains, antibiotic prophylaxis and most common complications was conducted at the last three editions of a national knee surgery event. RESULTS Six hundred eight questionnaires were analyzed. Brazilian knee surgeons are mostly male, with mean age of 42 years (26-68) and are affiliated to at least one orthopedic society. Thirty-six percent (36%) perform more than 50 reconstructions per year. The preferred graft is the hamstring tendons graft (64%). The frequency of use of anatomical technique increased approximately from 55% from 2011 to 2013, to 85.5% in 2015 (p<0.001). From 2011 to 2015, there was a progressive reduction from 56.8% to 18.1% in the frequency of use of transtibial femoral tunnel drilling (p<0.001). CONCLUSION Our findings show that Brazilian knee surgeons' preferences are evolving according to the current world practice. Level of Evidence V, Economic and Decision analysis study.
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Prall WC, Kusmenkov T, Fürmetz J, Haasters F, Mayr HO, Böcker W, Grote S. Outcomes of revision anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction secondary to reamer-irrigator-aspirator harvested bone grafting. Injury 2019; 50:467-475. [PMID: 30580931 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2018.12.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2018] [Revised: 11/29/2018] [Accepted: 12/16/2018] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Patients with widened or misplaced tunnels may require bone grafting prior to revision anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. Utilising reamer-irrigator-aspirator (RIA) harvested bone from the femur showed promising filling rates. Nevertheless, the procedure has neither been validated in a larger population nor been assessed with regards to radiological and clinical outcome of the subsequently conducted revision ACL reconstruction. Therefore, the aim of this study was to evaluate tunnel filling rates, positioning of the revision tunnels and outcome parameters of such two-staged revision ACL reconstructions. MATERIAL AND METHODS A total of 15 consecutive patients were prospectively enrolled in this case series. CT scans were analysed before and after autologous RIA harvested bone grafting. Tunnel volumes and filling rates were calculated based on manual segmentation of axial CT scans. Revision ACL reconstruction was carried out after a mean interval of 6.2 months (±3.7) and positioning of the revision tunnels was assessed by plane radiographs. The mean follow-up was 19.8 months (±8.4) for objective evaluation and 37.1 months (±15.4) for patient reported outcomes. The clinical outcome was assessed by the quantification of the anterior tibial translation, the IKDC objective score, the Tegner activity scale and the Lysholm score. RESULTS Initial CT scans revealed mean tunnel volumes of 3.8cm3 (±2.7) femoral and 6.1cm3 (±2.4) tibial. Filling rates of 76.1% (±12.4) femoral and 87.4% (±5.9) tibial were achieved. Postoperative radiographs revealed significantly improved tunnel positioning with anatomical placement in all but one case at the femur and in all cases at the tibia. At follow up, patients showed significantly improved anterior tibial translations with residual side-to-side differences of 1.7 mm (±0.8) and significantly improved IKDC objective scores. Furthermore, significantly higher values were achieved on the Tegner activity scale (5.3 ± 1.4 vs. 2.8 ± 0.5) and the Lysholm score (85.4 ± 7.9 vs. 62.5 ± 10.5) compared to the preoperative status. CONCLUSION Autologous RIA harvested bone grafting ensures sufficient bone stock consolidation allowing for anatomical tunnel placement of the subsequently conducted revision ACL reconstruction. The two-staged procedure reliably restores stability and provides satisfying subjective and objective outcomes. Thus, RIA harvested bone grafting is an eligible alternative to autologous iliac crest or allogenic bone grafting.
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- W C Prall
- FIFA Medical Center of Excellence, Division of Knee, Hip and Shoulder Surgery, Schoen Clinic Munich Harlaching, Academic Teaching Hospital of the Paracelsus Medical University (PMU), Strubergasse 21, 5020 Salzburg, Austria; Department of General, Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, Munich University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University (LMU), Nussbaumstr. 20, 80336 Munich, Germany.
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- Department of General, Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, Munich University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University (LMU), Nussbaumstr. 20, 80336 Munich, Germany
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- Department of General, Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, Munich University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University (LMU), Nussbaumstr. 20, 80336 Munich, Germany
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- FIFA Medical Center of Excellence, Division of Knee, Hip and Shoulder Surgery, Schoen Clinic Munich Harlaching, Academic Teaching Hospital of the Paracelsus Medical University (PMU), Strubergasse 21, 5020 Salzburg, Austria; Department of General, Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, Munich University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University (LMU), Nussbaumstr. 20, 80336 Munich, Germany
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- FIFA Medical Center of Excellence, Division of Knee, Hip and Shoulder Surgery, Schoen Clinic Munich Harlaching, Academic Teaching Hospital of the Paracelsus Medical University (PMU), Strubergasse 21, 5020 Salzburg, Austria; Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Freiburg University Hospital, Albert-Ludwigs-University, Hugstetter Straße 55, 79106 Freiburg, Germany
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- Department of General, Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, Munich University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University (LMU), Nussbaumstr. 20, 80336 Munich, Germany
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- Department of General, Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, Munich University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University (LMU), Nussbaumstr. 20, 80336 Munich, Germany; Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Brothers of Mercy, Hospital St. Elisabeth Straubing, St.-Elisabeth-Straße 23, 94315 Straubing, Germany
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Over-the-top ACL reconstruction yields comparable outcomes to traditional ACL reconstruction in primary and revision settings: a systematic review. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2019; 27:427-444. [PMID: 30078121 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-018-5084-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2018] [Accepted: 07/27/2018] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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PURPOSE To assess clinical outcomes of over-the-top (OTT) ACL reconstruction (ACLR) in skeletally mature patients, where physeal sparing is not a consideration. The hypothesis is that OTT will produce successful yet inferior outcomes compared to anatomic ACL approaches in both primary and revision settings. METHODS Two reviewers searched two online databases (EMBASE and MEDLINE) from inception to October 2017 for literature on OTT ACLR in skeletally mature patients. The systematic screening process was completed in duplicate, independently, and based on predetermined criteria. An expert in the field was consulted to resolve disagreements for full-text screening. Quality assessment of included papers was performed independently and in duplicate. RESULTS From 3148 initial studies, 16 eligible studies (three RCTs and 13 case series) satisfied inclusion criteria. Three focused on the revision setting. The mean age of patients undergoing primary reconstruction was 26.9 ± 3.6, with 21.3% female patients and 31.4 ± 1.2 (26.1% female) in revision settings. Of primary studies reporting return to sport (n = 151), 69% of patients returned to pre-injury sports participation, with a total 94% returning to any sports activity. In revision settings (n = 48), 52.1% of patients returned to pre-injury sports participation, 25.2% returned to a lower level and 12.5% ceased sporting activity. Primary reconstruction studies reported a mean post-operative Tegner score of 6.5 ± 0.5 (n = 181) and mean KOOS of 82.8 ± 8.1 (n = 96). Primary studies reported a total 13 graft failures (3.7%), seven of which were re-ruptures (2.0%). The revision failure rate was 8.4% (four patients). CONCLUSION Clinically important outcomes for OTT ACLR are comparable to literature figures for traditional all-inside, transtibial and/or anteromedial portal drilling techniques. This holds true in revision settings. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV.
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Iriuchishima T, Goto B, Okano T, Ryu K, Fu FH. Femoral tunnel length in anatomical single-bundle ACL reconstruction is correlated with height, weight, and knee bony morphology. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2019; 27:93-99. [PMID: 29968189 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-018-5046-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2018] [Accepted: 06/27/2018] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to reveal the correlation between femoral tunnel length in anatomical single-bundle anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction and body size and/or knee morphology. METHODS Thirty-one subjects undergoing anatomical single-bundle ACL reconstruction were included in this study (20 female, 11 male; median age 46, 15-63). Pre-operative height, body weight, and body mass index (BMI) were measured. In pre-operative magnetic resonance imaging, the thickness of the quadriceps tendon and the whole anterior-posterior (AP) length of the knee were measured using the sagittal slice. Using post-operative three-dimensional computed tomography, accurate axial and lateral views of the femoral condyle were evaluated. The correlation of femoral tunnel length, which was measured intra-operatively, with the height, weight, BMI, quadriceps tendon thickness, AP length of the knee, trans-epicondylar length, the notch area (axial), length of Blumensaat's line, and the height and area of the lateral wall of the femoral intercondylar notch were statistically analyzed. Tunnel placement was also evaluated using a Quadrant method. RESULTS The average femoral tunnel length was 35.6 ± 4.4 mm. The average height, body weight, and BMI were 162.7 ± 7.2 cm, 61.9 ± 10 kg, and 23.4 ± 3.5, respectively. Femoral tunnel length was significantly correlated with height, body weight and the height and area of lateral wall of the femoral intercondylar notch, and the length of the Blumensaat's line. CONCLUSION For clinical relevance, the risk of creating a femoral tunnel of insufficient length in anatomical single-bundle ACL reconstruction exists in subjects with small body size. Surgeons should pay careful attention to prevent this from occurring. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Case-controlled study, Level III.
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- Takanori Iriuchishima
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kamimoku Hot Springs Hospital, Ishikura 198-2, Minakami, Japan.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kamimoku Hot Springs Hospital, Ishikura 198-2, Minakami, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kamimoku Hot Springs Hospital, Ishikura 198-2, Minakami, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nihon University Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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Tatarunas AC, Matera JM, Miglino MA, Pinto ACBCF, Lorigados CAB, Gomes LFF. ESTUDO DA TÉCNICA INTRACAPSULAR ASSISTIDA POR ARTROSCOPIA PARA O TRATAMENTO DA RUPTURA DO LIGAMENTO CRUZADO CRANIAL EM CADÁVERES DE CÃES. CIÊNCIA ANIMAL BRASILEIRA 2019. [DOI: 10.1590/1089-6891v20e-47857] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Resumo O objetivo foi estudar e aprimorar a técnica intracapsular de reparação do ligamento cruzado cranial assistida por artroscopia em cadáveres de cães com a confecção dos túneis tibial e femoral e utilização de autoenxerto osso-tendão patelar-osso. Foram utilizados 10 membros pélvicos de cães > 20kg. Os túneis ósseos foram confeccionados de forma independente e na posição anatômica original dos locais de inserção do ligamento cruzado cranial. Foram realizados estudo radiográfico e tomográfico para avaliar a articulação. A coleta das porções ósseas do enxerto foi feita com osteótomo e martelo. Ocorreram fratura em três patelas e em três tuberosidades tibiais. Os enxertos apresentaram comprimento médio 7,56cm. Os túneis tibiais e os túneis femorais foram confeccionados no local de inserção do ligamento cruzado cranial em 80% e 90% das articulações, respectivamente. Os túneis tibiais apresentaram ângulo médio de 62,95º mensurado por tomografia computadorizada. Os túneis femorais foram confeccionados em posição 13hs para o joelho esquerdo (100%) e 11hs para o direito (100%). Ao final do procedimento, obteve-se gaveta negativo em 100% das articulações. Pode-se concluir que a técnica proposta é viável de ser realizada no cão, porém faz-se necessário instrumental específico devido ao pequeno tamanho da articulação canina para obter melhor acurácia.
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Iriuchishima T, Ryu K, Fu FH. Evaluation of age-related differences in anterior cruciate ligament size. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2019; 27:223-229. [PMID: 30539304 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-018-5336-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2018] [Accepted: 12/07/2018] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to reveal the relation between age and the morphological characteristics of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). METHODS Thirty-seven young subjects who were diagnosed with a meniscus injury without ACL tear using MRI (15 male and 22 female, median age 26, range 15-49), and 33 elderly subjects for whom knee MRI was performed before uni-compartmental knee arthroplasty (11 male and 22 female, median age 77, range 60-83), were included in this study. In the elderly group, healthy ACL gross morphology was confirmed macroscopically during surgery. In all knees, ACL was detected without any intensity alteration. In the MRI evaluation, using the axial slice revealing the greatest length between the medial and lateral epicondyle of the femur, axial ACL size was evaluated. Using the coronal plane image, the sagittal image was sliced parallel with the native ACL. In the sagittal image of the MRI, the largest area of the ACL was measured. Statistical analysis was performed to reveal the correlation between age and ACL size. Both axial and sagittal ACL areas were compared between the young and elderly groups. RESULTS Age and sagittal ACL area were significantly correlated (Pearson's coefficient correlation: - 0.353, P = 0.003). The sagittal ACL area was significantly larger in the young group when compared with the elderly group (P = 0.001). However, when the sagittal ACL area was normalized by the length of Blumensaat's line, no significant difference was observed. CONCLUSION For clinical relevance, sagittal ACL size was significantly larger in young subjects. The reason for this difference is likely the difference in knee size. When performing anatomical studies of the ACL using cadaveric knees of elderly specimens, there is the possibility that the ACL size will be underestimated. Considering that the ACL surgery is mainly performed for young subjects, cadavers of younger age should be used in such studies. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Diagnostic study, Level III.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nihon University Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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Borton ZM, Yasen SK, Mumith A, Wilson AJ. Mid-bundle positioning of the femoral socket increases graft rupture in anatomic single bundle anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Knee 2018; 25:1122-1128. [PMID: 30224151 DOI: 10.1016/j.knee.2018.08.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2017] [Accepted: 08/13/2018] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Anatomic anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstructions are superior to non-anatomic graft placements with regard to controlling rotational laxity. Different techniques of anatomic single-bundle reconstruction exist. The femoral tunnel may be placed in a mid-bundle position (MB) or within the anteromedial bundle footprint (AM) with no definitive consensus as to the preferred position. Our institution, reflecting trends in surgical practice, has experience with both techniques. METHODS Interrogation of our prospectively maintained database yielded all primary ACL reconstructions performed using the anatomic TransLateral single-bundle all-inside technique. A two year minimum follow-up was set. The failure rate of the MB and AM cohorts was compared as a primary outcome. Patient-reported outcomes across cohorts at several time-points were analysed as a secondary outcome. RESULTS Two hundred and seventy-nine primary ACL reconstructions were identified at a median follow-up of 49 months. MB positioning was utilised in 113 cases (40.5%) and AM positioning in 166 (59.5%). There were significantly more failures in the MB cohort (p = 0.029). Logistic regression revealed mid-bundle femoral positioning was associated with greater than fourfold increase in graft failure (odds ratio 4.14, p = 0.039). CONCLUSION Data from this case series suggests that amongst anatomic single-bundle ACL reconstructions, grafts with a mid-bundle femoral tunnel are more than four times more likely to fail versus those with a femoral tunnel placed four millimetres deeper within the anteromedial bundle footprint.
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- Zakk M Borton
- Department of Trauma & Orthopaedics, Basingstoke & North Hampshire Hospital, Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Aldermaston Road, Basingstoke RG24 9NA, United Kingdom; Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Royal Derby Hospital, Uttoxeter Road, Derby, United Kingdom.
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- Department of Trauma & Orthopaedics, Basingstoke & North Hampshire Hospital, Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Aldermaston Road, Basingstoke RG24 9NA, United Kingdom; Department of Sports and Exercise, University of Winchester, Sparkford Road, Winchester SO22 4NR, United Kingdom
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- Department of Trauma & Orthopaedics, Basingstoke & North Hampshire Hospital, Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Aldermaston Road, Basingstoke RG24 9NA, United Kingdom
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- Department of Trauma & Orthopaedics, Basingstoke & North Hampshire Hospital, Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Aldermaston Road, Basingstoke RG24 9NA, United Kingdom; Department of Sports and Exercise, University of Winchester, Sparkford Road, Winchester SO22 4NR, United Kingdom
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Jorge PB, Escudeiro D, Severino NR, Santili C, de Paula Leite Cury R, Junior AD, Guglielmetti LGB. Positioning of the femoral tunnel in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: functional anatomical reconstruction. BMJ Open Sport Exerc Med 2018; 4:e000420. [PMID: 30305927 PMCID: PMC6173259 DOI: 10.1136/bmjsem-2018-000420] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/29/2018] [Indexed: 01/14/2023] Open
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The aim of this study was to review and update the literature in regard to the anatomy of the femoral origin of the ACL, the concept of the double band and its respective mechanical functions, and the concept of direct and indirect fibres in the ACL insertion. These topics will be used to help determine which might be the best place to position the femoral tunnel and how this should be achieved, based on the idea of functional positioning, that is, where the most important ACL fibres in terms of knee stability are positioned. Low positioning of the femoral tunnel, reproducing more of the posterolateral band, and positioning the tunnel away from the lateral intercondylar ridge, that is, in the indirect fibres, would theoretically rebuild a ligament that is less effective in relation to knee stability. The techniques described to determine the femoral tunnel's centre point all involve some degree of subjectivity; the point is defined manually and depends on the surgeon's expertise. The centre of the ACL insertion in the femur should be used as a parameter. Once the centre of the ligament in its footprint is marked, the centre of the tunnel must be defined, drawing the marking toward the intercondylar ridge and anteromedial band. This will allow the femoral tunnel to occupy the region containing the most important original ACL fibres in terms of this ligament's function.
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- Pedro Baches Jorge
- Departamento de Ortopedia e Traumatologia da, Irmandade da Santa Casa de Misericórdia de, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Departamento de Ortopedia e Traumatologia da, Irmandade da Santa Casa de Misericórdia de, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Departamento de Ortopedia e Traumatologia da, Irmandade da Santa Casa de Misericórdia de, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Departamento de Ortopedia e Traumatologia da, Irmandade da Santa Casa de Misericórdia de, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Departamento de Ortopedia e Traumatologia da, Irmandade da Santa Casa de Misericórdia de, São Paulo, Brazil
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Pelegrinelli ARM, Guenka LC, Dias JM, Dela Bela LF, Silva MF, Moura FA, Brown LE, Cardoso JR. ISOKINETIC MUSCLE PERFORMANCE AFTER ANTERIOR CRUCIATE LIGAMENT RECONSTRUCTION: A CASE-CONTROL STUDY. Int J Sports Phys Ther 2018; 13:882-889. [PMID: 30276020 PMCID: PMC6159501] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/08/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND and Purpose: Knee muscle strength deficits have been reported in individuals who have undergone anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). Isokinetic testing is a valid way to assess muscle strength. Some isokinetic variables, including the range of motion in the phases to attain a specific velocity, load range (sustained specific velocity), time to achieve deceleration, and qualitative analysis of the torque-angle velocity relationship, may contribute to understanding recovery of these individuals after surgery. Thus, the purpose of this study was to compare the load range (LR), time to attain velocity (TTAV), deceleration time (DT) phases, total range of motion (ROM), peak torque/body mass (PT/BM), angle of peak torque (AngPT) during LR and torque-angle-velocity relationships (TAV3D) between post ACLR and matched control subjects.Study design: Case-control. METHODS Seven men who underwent ACLR and seven matched controls were evaluated from four to six months after surgery. Testing was performed on a Biodex System 4 isokinetic dynamometer in concentric mode at 60, 120 and 300 °/s, for knee flexion and extension. RESULTS Statistically significant differences were seen for extension ROM at 60 °/s where ROM was greater in the control group. PT/BM for extensors was also significantly greater in controls by 20 % compared to ACLR at 60 and 120 °/s. PT/BM for flexors was significantly greater for controls at 60 °/s (∼15 %). TAV3D showed differences in torque and, specifically, the control group sustained knee flexion torque for a greater range of motion when compared to the ACLR group. CONCLUSION The ACL group presented with lower ROM and PT/BM, therefore exhibiting worse muscle performance in comparison to the control group.Level of Evidence: 3.
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- California State University Fullerton, Fullerton, CA, USA
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Temponi EF, Oliveira JNP, Soares LFM, Carvalho Júnior LHD. The femoral tunnel view test during ACL reconstruction can ensure tunnel integrity. REVISTA BRASILEIRA DE ORTOPEDIA (ENGLISH EDITION) 2018; 53:427-431. [PMID: 30027074 PMCID: PMC6052188 DOI: 10.1016/j.rboe.2018.05.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2016] [Accepted: 05/04/2017] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Objective Violation of the posterior femoral cortex commonly referred to as posterior wall blowout, can be a devastating intraoperative complication in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) and can lead to loss of graft fixation or early graft failure. This study describes and analyzes whether the femoral tunnel view test can ensure the integrity of the femoral tunnel during ACLR. Methods Intraoperative femoral tunnel integrity using the 360° arthroscopic view test was performed in 584 ACLR patients between 2014 and 2016. Posterior wall blowouts were described by their location along the femoral tunnel (i.e., near the aperture or more proximal) and by the depth of the tunnel blowout (<3 mm, 3–5 mm, >5 mm), corresponding to the length of the posterior cortical wall of the violated femoral tunnel. The time spent for the test was measured during ACLR. Complications related to the femoral tunnel view test were also evaluated. Results The femoral tunnel view test was performed in all 584 patients. In 12 patients (1%), the femoral tunnel presented a posterior cortical blowout that did not extend beyond 3 mm. Only four patients (0.6%) presented posterior wall blowout that extended beyond 5 mm. The time for the test was 40 s (±20 s). No complications related to the test were reported. Conclusion The femoral tunnel view test is effective for ensuring the integrity of the femoral tunnel during ACL reconstruction, without increasing the surgical time and without an increase in the complications rate. Clinical relevance The femoral tunnel view test is a quick and straightforward test able to provide an adequate view of the patient's anatomy to ensure tunnel integrity during ACLR.
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