Combined ACLR and lateral extra-articular tenodesis with a continuous iliotibial band autograft is a viable option in a population of athletes who participate in pivoting sports.

Purpose: The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical results, return to sport and complications after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) associated with lateral extra-articular tenodesis using continuous plasty with an iliotibial band.

Methods: This was a prospective multicentre study involving 186 patients who had surgery for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture. Patients with multiligament ruptures and revision surgery were excluded from the study.

Combined Anterior and Anterolateral Stabilization of the Knee With the Iliotibial Band.

Interest and knowledge on the anatomy, function, and biomechanical properties of the anterolateral ligament has led to the recognition of the importance of this structure in rotational control of the knee. This article describes a technique that allows for a combined anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and anterolateral reconstruction, using an Iliotibial band (ITB) autograft. The graft is detached from the vastus lateralis from proximal to distal, at the center portion from ITB, preserving its distal insertion on the Gerdy tubercle.

Anatomic attachment of the ACL. Comparison between radiological and CT analysis.

Purpose: The following hypothesis was tested: the location of the tibial and femoral anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) attachments will differ according to the measurement technique (plain radiographs or CT-scan) in relation to the anatomic frame of reference.

Methods: 10 gross specimens were studied. The location of metallic reference pins implanted around the tibial and femoral ACL attachments was recorded with reference to the bone contours with a caliper on the anatomic preparation, with standard plain AP and lateral radiographs and with a CT-scan.