2021 Annual Meeting Knee Access Pass-Questions and Answers: ACL Beyond the Ligament

Questions and Answers: ACL Beyond the Ligament

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The panel discussed indications for lateral sided reconstructions, agreeing they benefit young patients, pivoting athletes, those with hyperlaxity, chronic injuries, and revision ACL surgeries, especially elite athletes. They emphasized evaluating the patient holistically, noting potential downsides like increased pain and stiffness. Most panelists now perform lateral reconstructions in revisions and are considering them more in primary surgeries for high-risk athletes. Graft choice influences technique but not the overall indications. The consensus highlights evolving evidence supporting lateral extra-articular tenodesis as a valuable adjunct in select ACL reconstructions.

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Volker Musahl, MD; Alan Getgood, MD, FRCS (Tr&Orth); Robert Duerr, MD; Kyle Borque, MD; Adnan Saithna, MD, FRCS; Alexander Weber, MD; Richard K.N. Ryu, MD

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lateral sided reconstructions

young patients

pivoting athletes

revision ACL surgeries

lateral extra-articular tenodesis