Bone wax as a way to prevent hematoma after arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.
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Abstract
After the intra-articular drain placed during an arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction is removed, cannulated interference screws can function as a new drain, leading to blood leakage in the pretibial tissue. Sealing the lumen of the cannulated screw with bone wax may prevent this complication.
Medical subject headings
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament
- Arthroscopy
- Bone Screws
- Hemarthrosis
- Hematoma
- Hemostasis, Surgical
- Palmitates
- Postoperative Complications
- Waxes