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Similar outcomes following remnant-preserving ACLR compared to conventional reconstruction
May 2013
Similar outcomes following remnant-preserving ACLR compared to conventional reconstruction
Study Type:Randomized Trial
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with remnant preservation: a prospective, randomized controlled study
Am J Sports Med. 2012 Dec;40(12):2747-55. doi: 10.1177/0363546512461481. Epub 2012 Oct 17Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
90 patients undergoing anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) were randomized to either a remnant-preserving technique or standard approach. The purpose of the study was to determine the effect of ACL remnant preservation on clinical outcome over 2 years. Results at final follow-up indicated that clinical measures, knee stability evaluations, and second-look arthroscopic findings did not...
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