All-Epiphyseal Versus Micheli-Kocher Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction in Skeletally Immature Patients: A Systematic Review.

Background: Early physeal-sparing anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) is considered the optimal treatment method in the skeletally immature population to preserve the integrity of the knee joint while reducing the risk of growth disturbances and angular deformities. Contemporary treatment algorithms recommend the use of all-epiphyseal (AE) or Micheli-Kocher (MK) ACLR techniques in patients with considerable growth remaining. Nevertheless, no research exists comparing the 2 techniques.