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Differences in tunnel enlargement between cortical button and bioscrew fixation for ACLR
April 2019
Differences in tunnel enlargement between cortical button and bioscrew fixation for ACLR
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Comparison of Tunnel Enlargement and Clinical Outcome Between Bioabsorbable Interference Screws and Cortical Button-Post Fixation in Arthroscopic Double-Bundle Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Prospective, Randomized Study With a Minimum Follow-Up of 2 Years
Arthroscopy. 2019 Feb;35(2):544-551. doi: 10.1016/j.arthro.2018.08.039Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
60 patients scheduled for double-bundle anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction were randomized to either bioabsorbable interference screw fixation or cortical button fixation. Primary interest was tunnel enlargement after a minimum of 2 years after surgery. Clinical scores and knee laxity tests were also assessed. Results demonstrated significantly greater enlargement in the anteromedial tunnel...
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