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Tibial Fixation in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
August 2013
Tibial Fixation in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
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): 1858-1864Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
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Tibial fixation during ACL reconstruction with Dr. Parker
Synopsis
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...
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