Arthroscopic Osteochondral Autograft Transfer System Procedure of the Lateral Femoral Condyle with Donor-Site Backfill Using Osteochondral Allograft Plug.

Guzman, Alvarho J; Dela Rueda, Therese; Rayos Del Sol, Shane M; Bryant, Stewart A; Jenkins, Sarah; Gardner, Brandon; McGahan, Patrick J; Chen, James L · Arthrosc Tech · 2021

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

The osteochondral autograft transfer system (OATS) procedure is at the forefront of cartilage restoration surgeries of the knee, offering superior return to sport rates and long-term functionality. This technique reports an arthroscopic OATS procedure of the lateral femoral condyle with donor-site backfill using an osteochondral allograft plug. Potential complications from unfilled donor site sockets are eliminated through donor site backfill with an allograft plug.

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