AI Article Synopsis
- The surgical technique addresses chronic valgus laxity and rotational instability in the knee.
- It involves a percutaneous method using a 2-bundle ligament reconstruction with the semitendinosus tendon.
- The goal is to restore knee stability while maintaining its natural range of motion.
Article Abstract
The following surgical technique is intended for patients with chronic valgus laxity and rotational knee instability. It is a percutaneous 2-bundle ligament reconstruction method that uses the semitendinosus tendon, allowing it to remain pedicled to its distal tibial insertion. The aim is to correct the laxity without otherwise limiting the motion of the knee.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6262208 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.eats.2018.06.013 | DOI Listing |
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