How to Recognize, Correct, and Avoid Intraoperative Complications During Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstructions.

Technical complications are a leading cause of graft failure following anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions. Complications can occur during any phase of the procedure, from graft harvesting to tunnel preparation to graft fixation. Predicting potential causes of technical difficulty and developing strategies to avoid potential pitfalls can limit the number of intraoperative complications.