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Similar Clinical Outcomes at 2-Yrs with Titanium and PEEK Interference Screws in ACL Reconstruction
September 2019
Similar Clinical Outcomes at 2-Yrs with Titanium and PEEK Interference Screws in ACL Reconstruction
Study Type:Randomized Trial
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
A Randomized Controlled Trial of PEEK Versus Titanium Interference Screws for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction With 2-Year Follow-up
Am J Sports Med. 2019 Aug;47(10):2386-2393.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
133 patients scheduled for a primary anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction were randomized to receive a 4-strand hamstring tendon allograft fixated to the tibia and femur with either polyether ether ketone (PEEK) or titanium interference screws. The primary outcomes of interest included the International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) and Lysholm scores. Secondary outcomes of intere...
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