The figure-of-four view to evaluate ACL injury.

Tejwani, S G; Marx, R G; Warren, R F · Orthopedics · 2000

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Standard arthroscopic assessment of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury through an anterior view can be sub-optimal for evaluation of the femoral origin, particularly the posterior component. The figure-of-four view provides increased exposure to the posterolateral aspect of the intercondylar notch, thereby facilitating diagnosis of proximal ACL injury and avulsions of the ACL origin.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy