Editorial Commentary: Bacterial Load and Contamination of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Grafts-Overamplified Dreadful Nuclear Assumption (DNA) or Underestimated Problem?
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.arthro.2018.07.013.
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Abstract
Bacterial DNA is present in a large percentage in failed anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions. A potential concern is the presence of biofilm on both failed anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction grafts and suture material. Despite the high prevalence of bacterial material observed, microbial cultures are rarely positive. However, it is currently unknown whether these findings have any clinical implications.
Medical subject headings
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction