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Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Using Patellar Tendon Versus Hamstring Tendon
August 2013
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Using Patellar Tendon Versus Hamstring Tendon
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Using Patellar Tendon Versus Hamstring Tendon: A Prospective Comparative Study With 9-Year Follow-Up
The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery, Vol 27, No 5 (May), 2011: pp 653-665.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
71 patients with an acute rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) were randomized to receive either a bone-patellar tendon (BPT) or a quadruple hamstring tendon (HT) for ACL reconstruction, using an anatomic, non-press fit (non implant) technique. Clinical results from the international knee documentation committee and results from kneeling, knee walking and a single-leg hop test demonstra...
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