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How Young Can You Safely Use Allograft for ACL Reconstruction?

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Cameron Pettit's study examined the appropriate age for allograft ACL reconstruction by analyzing secondary ACL injury rates from 398 patients aged 16 to 66. Using ROC analysis, the optimal age cutoff was identified as 34 years. Patients 34 and younger had significantly higher revision and contralateral injury risks, especially competitive athletes, while those over 34 showed lower failure rates. Postoperative outcomes did not differ significantly by age. The study concludes allografts may be a safe option for patients over 34 who are not engaged in competitive or recreational sports, highlighting age and activity level as key factors in graft selection.

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Camryn B. Petit, B.S.

Keywords

Allograft ACL reconstruction

Age cutoff 34 years

Secondary ACL injury rates

Revision and contralateral injury risk

Graft selection by age and activity