Editorial Commentary: Knee Anterior Cruciate Ligament Hamstring Graft Fixation Wars Continue: Does Analysis of a Small Fraction of the Story Resolve the Dilemma?
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.arthro.2017.08.274.
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Abstract
After beginning with a search of more than 809 titles and ending up with 5 randomized controlled trials and 2 prospective comparative trials, the authors of a recent systematic review discovered that a statistically significant but nonclinical difference existed between anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions performed using a hamstring graft with either cross-pin or interference screw femoral fixation.
Medical subject headings
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament
- Bone Screws
Anatomy
- knee