Anterolateral Ligament Repair With Suture Tape Augmentation.
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- Record sourced from PubMed, PMID 30591880.
- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.eats.2018.08.016 and PMC identifier 6306291.
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Abstract
Recent insights into the structure and function of the anterolateral ligament (ALL) of the knee has resulted in a recognition of its contribution in rotational control of the knee. Several ALL reconstruction techniques have been described in the literature. This article describes, with video illustration, a percutaneous repair technique using suture tape augmentation. A tendon graft is not needed. This technique allows early mobilization and encourages natural healing of the ligament by protecting the ligament during the healing phase as a secondary stabilizer.