Specialized Toolkit Series: ACL Reconstruction-Hamstring Prep

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Video Summary

This video demonstrates the technique for creating a quadrupled semi-tenosis graft using suspension fixation loops on the femoral and tibial sides. The 265mm graft is looped and secured with sutures to form a closed-loop quadruple construct. The graft is put under tension, tightened, and secured to ensure stability, showing a detailed suturing pattern to maintain firmness. After being tensioned to approximately 15 pounds or 75 newtons, the graft is ready for use, with adjustments made to ensure it is neatly positioned and secure.

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Patrick Smith, M.D.
Columbia Orthopaedic Group
Columbia, Missouri

Keywords

quadrupled semi-tenosis graft

suspension fixation loops

femoral and tibial sides

suture technique

graft tensioning