Tibial Fixation in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction .
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Tibial Fixation in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Prospective Randomized Study Comparing Metal Interference Screw and Staples With a Centrally Placed Polyethylene Screw and Sheath
The American Journal of Sports Medicine; 2011; 39 (9): 1858-1864Exclusive Author Interview
Tibial fixation during ACL reconstruction with Dr. Parker
113 patients undergoing isolated, unilateral, primary anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction with hamstring autografts were randomized to tibial fixation with either a metal interference screw and staples (RCI) or with a centrally placed polyethylene screw and sheath implant (INTRAFIX). The results of the study indicated that there were no significant differences between the two groups in terms of stability and laxity.
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