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Arthroscopically assisted quadriceps double-bundle tibial inlay posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: An analysis of techniques and a safe operative approach to the popliteal fossa.

Authors :
Noyes FR
Medvecky MJ
Bhargava M
Source :
Arthroscopy : the journal of arthroscopic & related surgery : official publication of the Arthroscopy Association of North America and the International Arthroscopy Association [Arthroscopy] 2003 Oct; Vol. 19 (8), pp. 894-905.
Publication Year :
2003

Abstract

The arthroscopically assisted posterior cruciate ligament tibial inlay technique, frequently used in athletic individuals and in revision cases, requires a thorough and comprehensive understanding of posterior knee anatomy. Importantly, variations in the posterior vascular anatomy may be encountered. A safe and methodical posteromedial approach in a layered fashion to achieve proper and safe tibial inlay graft placement and fixation is described. The authors advocate use of a double-bundle quadriceps tendon autograft. Graft position of the double strands, fixation, and tensioning issues are presented.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1526-3231
Volume :
19
Issue :
8
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Arthroscopy : the journal of arthroscopic & related surgery : official publication of the Arthroscopy Association of North America and the International Arthroscopy Association
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
14551557
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/s0749-8063(03)00651-0