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Independent drilling methods similar to transtibial drilling in ACL reconstruction
March 2015
Independent drilling methods similar to transtibial drilling in ACL reconstruction
Study Type:Meta-analysis/Systematic Review
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Transtibial Versus Independent Drilling Techniques for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Systematic Review, Meta-analysis, and Meta-regression
Am J Sports Med. 2013 Nov;41(11):2693-702Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
Six randomized clinical studies were included in this meta-analysis to determine how clinical outcomes and knee laxity compare between preparation of the femoral tunnel in through independent drilling - such as anteromedial portal or an outside-in approach - and transtibial drilling in ACL reconstruction. Clinical trial results suggested a possible increase to Lysholm scores and lower instrumented...
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