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Synthetic grafts for use in ACL reconstruction
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Synthetic grafts for use in ACL reconstruction

June 7, 2020November 23, 2021

Synthetic grafts for ACL reconstruction were first introduced in the early 1980’s, however, they are rarely used. These first generation grafts showed initial promise with short term follow up, but had a high failure rate in the long run. 

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Hamstring Tendon Autograft
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Hamstring Tendon Autograft

June 7, 2020June 30, 2022

Autografts in ACL reconstruction are tendons harvested from the patient’s own body at the beginning of the procedure and prepared as a tissue graft that can be inserted into the knee during the same procedure in an attempt to restore the normal anatomy of the ACL. 

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Graft Choices in ACL Reconstruction
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Graft Choices in ACL Reconstruction

June 7, 2020January 19, 2023

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is currently the gold standard of care for ACL injuries, particularly for young, active individuals and athletes who plan to return to a high level of sporting activities. In ACL reconstruction, the torn ACL tissue is surgically removed and replaced with another tendon or “graft”.

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