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Graft Selection in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction for Smoking Patients.

Authors :
Kim, Sung-Jae
Lee, Su-Keon
Choi, Chong Hyuk
Kim, Sung-Hwan
Kim, Seong-Hun
Jung, Min
Source :
American Journal of Sports Medicine. Jan2014, Vol. 42 Issue 1, p166-172. 7p.
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

The article compares the clinical outcomes of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction between smokers and nonsmokers to find an optimal graft in ACL reconstruction for smoking patients. It looks at the adverse effects of smoking on reconstruction outcomes with regard to stability and functionality. The records of 723 patients who underwent unilateral ACL reconstruction have been reviewed. It is also recommends bone-patellar tendon autograft for ACL reconstruction for smoking patients.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03635465
Volume :
42
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
American Journal of Sports Medicine
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
93450881
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1177/0363546513505191