Introduction
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the most frequently injured structures of the knee joint. Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) provides surgical restoration of the injured ACL using the placement of graft material. The choice of graft is principal in providing optimal knee stability after surgery. Peroneus longus tendon (PLT) is an autograft modality that offers unique benefits for ACL reconstruction cases.
Presentation of case
We present a case of ACL reconstruction surgery using PLT graft in a patient with a confirmed ACL rupture. Assessment of post-surgical pain, knee stability, and ankle function were performed to determine functional outcome and donor site morbidity. The follow-up results revealed favorable recovery and improvement in all objective parameters.
Discussion
Post-operative biomechanical outcomes were evaluated using the International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) and the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Score (AOFAS) score. The use of PLT in ACL reconstruction established an excellent potential for its satisfactory result and comparable to other graft modalities in widely used evidence-based findings.
Conclusion
Peroneus longus tendon may be considered the first-option graft in ACL reconstruction as it indicated the absence of significant post-operative morbidity.
Posterior shoulder dislocation is a unique finding in the orthopedics field. Although it is rarely found, this condition is one that must be considered in the presence of acute shoulder pain. Most clinicians often miss this diagnosis on initial examination; therefore, imaging radiographs are often needed to confirm the diagnosis. Unfortunately, insufficient radiographic assessment can be the greatest pitfall in establishing an accurate diagnosis. Multiple radiographic projections, including anteroposterior view, scapular Y view, and the axillary view, are important to achieve an accurate diagnosis. In this study, we present a middle-aged patient with a pain and trauma history on the shoulder. Anteroposterior radiographic examination revealed an atypical finding. Fortunately, additional radiographic projections were successful in establishing the proper diagnosis of posterior shoulder dislocation. This study also presents a comprehensive review of the keys in the recognition and treatment of the injury.
Introduction : Rupture of the Radial Collateral Ligament (RCL) of the index metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint is mostly related to acute local mechanical causes, which severely affect the stability of the MCP joint. Radial collateral ligament (RCL) injuries account for 10-40% of collateral ligament injuries of the thumb metacarpophalangeal joint.ere, we present an extremely rare case of chronic RCL injury.
Patient Concern : Pain in the thumb of the right hand accompanied by weakness when trying to grasp something. Complaints are not accompanied by swelling. Patient said 2 years ago had an accident. Thumb at right hand is said to be swollen and shifting.
Diagnosis : Based on the combination of physical examination, X-ray, and ultrasonic and magnetic resonance imaging, the patient was diagnosed with Radial Collateral Ligament rupture. Eventually, intra-operative findings confirmed the diagnosis.
Intervention : Patient was underwent ligament reconstruction using a Palmaris Longus tendon graft.
Conclusion : Favorable results suggest that the free tendon graft using Palmaris Longus is a suitable, safe, and technically feasible procedure for the operative treatment of chronic instability of the thumb metacarpophalangeal joint after radial hyperadduction trauma and complete rupture or deinsertion of the radial collateral ligament.
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