Specialized Toolkit Series: ACL Reconstruction-Optimizing ACL Reconstruction: A Case-Based Approach

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The seminar convened a group of orthopedic experts to discuss various approaches to anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, focusing on graft types, augmentation methods, and revision strategies. Dr. Cassandra Lee emphasized the use of bone-tendon-bone (BTB) autograft as the gold standard for ACL reconstruction, highlighting its strong bone-to-bone healing and quick integration but noting possible complications such as anterior knee pain. Another speaker elaborated on the reliability of quad autograft, showcasing its strength and minimal donor site morbidity, while also discussing potential risks like patellar fractures if a bone plug is used.<br /><br />Dr. Harris Sloan discussed revision ACL reconstruction, stressing the importance of carefully choosing grafts and considering additional procedures like lateral extra-articular tenodesis (LET) or anterior lateral ligament (ALL) reconstruction, particularly for high-risk patients. The seminar also touched on internal suture augmentation, presented as a promising method to enhance graft strength, although its use requires more long-term data to fully ascertain its benefits and potential risks.<br /><br />Throughout the discussion, considerations were given to specific patient factors such as age, activity level, and previous surgeries. The experts also debated the merits of different surgical techniques, rehabilitation protocols, and the importance of thoroughly assessing graft tension and tunnel positioning to minimize the risk of re-tear and optimize patient outcomes. Despite the diverse viewpoints, the consensus stressed the fundamental role of precise ACL reconstruction while exploring various augmentation methods tailored to individual patient needs.

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Mary Mulcahey, M.D., FAANA
Cassandra Lee, M.D.
Clayton Nuelle, M.D., FAANA
John Xerogeanes, M.D.

Keywords

ACL reconstruction

grafts

revision strategies

outcomes

re-tear rates

quadriceps autografts

bone-tendon-bone autografts

internal suture augmentation

lateral extra-articular tenodesis

anterolateral ligament reconstruction

patient-specific factors

graft choices

augmentation types

Bone-Patellar-Tendon-Bone grafts

quad autografts

lateral extra-articular procedures

vancomycin wrapping

high-risk patients

surgeon comfort level

graft types

augmentation methods

bone-tendon-bone autograft

quad autograft

anterior lateral ligament reconstruction

patient factors

surgical techniques