Editorial Commentary: Multiple-Strand Hamstring Autografts for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: If Graft Diameter Is at Least 8 Millimeters, Bigger May Not Be Better.
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Abstract
Anterior cruciate ligament graft diameter is of concern to every orthopaedic surgeon who's ever performed an anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. The current standard is to obtain a graft of at least 8 mm in diameter. The 5-bundle construct is an option to increase the graft diameter in the situation in which a smaller diameter 4-strand hamstring autograft is encountered. The question is whether bigger is better once one obtains an 8-mm diameter graft.
Medical subject headings
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction