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- PCL ruptures are rare compared to other knee ligament injuries and usually treated conservatively unless they're severe or part of a multiligament injury.
- Surgical methods for PCL reconstruction have improved with advancements in arthroscopic techniques.
- Proper positioning and tensioning of the femoral button during surgery are crucial to avoid complications like muscle weakness and joint stiffness.
Article Abstract
Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) ruptures are uncommonly seen in knee ligament injuries. Cconservative treatment is often suitable for isolated tears with mild-to-moderate posterior knee laxity (grades I or II). However, surgical intervention is indicated for symptomatic grade III or multiligament knee injuries. PCL reconstruction has experienced continuous development due to the progress made in arthroscopic techniques and instruments. Abnormal positioning and tensioning of the femoral button result in multiple complications such as residual laxity, loss of quadriceps muscle strength, and joint stiffness. In this Technical Note, we describe direct arthroscopic visualization of the femoral button deployment in PCL reconstruction technique, and we discuss its importance to prevent complications related to button malposition.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11258917 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.eats.2024.102978 | DOI Listing |
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