AI Article Synopsis

  • Rupture of the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) is less common than anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries but has a high healing potential, making conservative therapy an option alongside surgery.
  • PCL injuries are frequently linked with other injuries, particularly to the posterolateral corner, with around 70% of cases showing these additional injuries.
  • Identifying these accompanying injuries is crucial since treating the PCL alone may not yield good results if other injuries are present.

Article Abstract

Compared to the anterior cruciate ligament injury, the rupture of the posterior cruciate Ligament (PCL) is the rarer condition. A high healing potential is attributed to the PCL in the literature, which is why conservative therapy is also considered important in addition to surgical treatment 1. Posterior cruciate ligament rupture is often associated with concomitant injuries. Among other things, up to 70% of cases are associated with accompanying injuries to the posterolateral corner 2. The detection of concomitant injuries has a significant influence on the outcome, as isolated surgical PCL stabilization does not lead to satisfactory results in these cases.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1055/a-2091-4681DOI Listing

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