Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Using a Fascia Lata Graft With FiberTape Augmentation.
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.eats.2022.09.002 and PMC identifier 9939742.
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Abstract
Reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the most popular orthopedic surgical procedures. To date, numerous studies are available focusing on different reconstruction techniques using established autografts, such as hamstrings, bone patellar-tendon bone (BPTB), quadriceps tendon, or allograft tendons. In the present article, we describe a minimally invasive ACL reconstruction technique using a fascia lata autograft in combination with FiberTape (Arthrex, Naples, FL) augmentation using the TightRope II (Arthrex). The minimally invasive harvesting procedure is performed by using the new QuadPro Tendon Harvester (Arthrex). This technique is recommended for acute and chronic complete ACL ruptures or bundle ruptures in athletes or patients with high physical activity. The technique might allow early full weight bearing due to less donor site morbidity, early free range of motion, and early active rehabilitation due to the use of FiberTape as a augmentation device to reinforce the autograft. Clinical studies are necessary to prove the principle.