Arthroscopic Reconstruction of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament Using Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Autograft: Experience of the First 100 Cases

Abstract

This procedure provides consistent and reproducible results in carefully selected patients and allows them an early return to sporting activities with minimal residual morbidity.

Functional Outcome of Arthroscopy Assisted Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Using Bone Patellar Tendon Bone Autograft

“…In our study we had 80% male patients and 20% female patients. D Chaudhary et al 7 in their study had 93.59% males and 6.41% females. Bernard R. Bach et al 8 in their study had 74.23% males and 25.77% females.…”

“…In our study the mean age was 29.15 years. D Chaudhary et al 7 in their study had a mean age of 26.8 years. Bernard R. Bach et al 8 in their study had a mean age of 26 years.…”

“…In our study 45% patients had injury on the right side and 55% patients had injury on the left side. D Chaudhary et al 7 noted in their study that 56.41% patients had injury on the right side and 43.59% patients had injury on the left side. Bernard R. Bach et al 8 in their study noted that 54.64% patients had injury on the right side and 45.36% patients had injury on the left side.…”

“…In 1954, the development of successful arthroscope brought new possibilities to the field of knee surgery. 3 The middle third of the patellar tendon autograft for ACL reconstruction can be readily procured and firmly fixed. It can tolerate the loads produced by an intensive rehabilitation programme.…”

“…It remains the gold standard for ACL reconstruction. 3 Arthroscopically assisted ACL reconstruction using a hamstring or patella-bone-tendon-bone autograft is the standard surgical treatment particularly for those who are unable to perform jumping and cutting manoeuvres in sports because of resulting knee instability. 4 Firm attachment of the tendon graft to the bone allows earlier and more aggressive rehabilitation and a quicker return to sports and work.…”