A study of retrieved allografts used to replace anterior cruciate ligaments.

Purpose: The purpose of the study was the examination of retrieved whole anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) replacement grafts to determine the rate and the extent of cellular replacement and remodeling of the grafts.

Type Of Study: Gross and histopathologic examination of specimens.

Methods: Nine specimens of ACL replacement allografts and 1 autograft were obtained at autopsy and surgical procedures.