[Arthroscopic reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament using the transtibial technique and a graft from the patellar ligament--results after 5-6 years].

Purpose Of The Study: Arthroscopic reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) by transtibial technique with free graft from the patellar tendon fixed by interference screws is a commonly used procedure. The aim of this study is to evaluate the results 5 to 6 years after the surgery.

Material: Fifty-two of 79 patients operated on in 1995 were checked in the period of 2000-2001.