Anterior Cruciate Ligament Surgery Performed Less Than 3 Weeks After Injury Is Not Inferior to Delayed Surgery.

Performing anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery in the immediate period after injury is controversial. However, there may be instances where the opportunity cost of delayed surgery for the patient may be unacceptable. Concomitant meniscus injuries may also prevent the patient from regaining range of motion in the preoperative period.