Saturday, June 16, 2012

Outcomes of Arthroscopic Double-bundle PCL Reconstruction Using the LARS Artificial Ligament | Orthopedics

Outcomes of Arthroscopic Double-bundle PCL Reconstruction Using the LARS Artificial Ligament | Orthopedics

Using the LARS ligament for double-bundle reconstruction of the PCL avoids donor-site morbidity and disease transmission. The complication rate is low, and the results appear to be stable with time and comparable with those obtained with other grafts. The authors suggest that double-bundle PCL reconstruction with the LARS artificial ligament may be an alternative treatment option for reconstructing an anatomic PCL. A randomized, controlled study should be performed to further assess the value of using the LARS artificial ligament for double-bundle PCL reconstruction.

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