Effect of Preoperative Anterolateral Ligament Injury on Outcomes After Isolated Acute ACL Reconstruction With Hamstring Graft: A Prospective Study With Minimum 5-Year Follow-up.

BACKGROUND: The potential influence of a preoperative anterolateral ligament (ALL) lesion seen on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) on the mid- and long-term surgical outcomes of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is still controversial. PURPOSE: To evaluate the clinical outcomes and failure rate of isolated ACL reconstruction at a minimum 5-year follow-up in patients with and without ALL injury diagnosed preoperatively using MRI. STUDY DESIGN: Cohort study; Level of evidence, 2. METHODS: A prospective cohort of patients with acute ACL injury was divided into 2 groups based on the presence (ALL injury group) or absence (control group) of ALL injury on preoperative MRI. This is a longer-term follow-up study of a previously published study that had a minimum 2-year follow-up. Both groups underwent anatomic isolated reconstruction of the ACL. The Lysholm and subjective International Knee Documentation Committee scores, KT-1000 arthrometer and pivot-shift tests, reconstruction failure rate, incidence of contralateral ACL injury, presence of associated meniscal injury, and presence of knee hyperextension were evaluated. The evaluation at the 5-year follow-up was also compared with the same patient's evaluation at 2 years of follow-up. RESULTS: A total of 156 patients were evaluated. No significant differences were found between the groups in the preoperative evaluation. In the postoperative evaluation, patients in the ALL injury group had a higher reconstruction failure rate (14.3% vs 4.6% for the control group; P = .049) and worse clinical outcomes according to the Lysholm scores (85.0 ± 10.3 vs 92.3 ± 6.6; P < .00001). Although the pivot-shift test results were similar, anteroposterior translation using the KT-1000 arthrometer revealed worse results for the ALL injury group (2.8 ± 1.4 mm vs 1.9 ± 1.3 mm; P = .00018). Patients in the ALL injury group also had an increase in KT-1000 arthrometer values from 2 to 5 years (2.4 ± 1.6 vs 2.8 ± 1.4; P = .038). Patients in the control group had no differences in outcomes from 2 to 5 years of follow-up. CONCLUSION: Combined ACL and ALL injuries were associated with significantly less favorable outcomes than were isolated ACL injuries at a minimum follow-up of 5 years after isolated ACL reconstruction with hamstring autograft. Patients with concomitant ALL injury showed a higher failure rate and worse functional scores. Also, knee stability tended to slightly worsen from 2 to 5 years in cases of associated ALL injury.

[Translated article] 4 Domain Sports PROM in Spanish: Cross-cultural adaptation in the Chilean population and reliability analysis.

BACKGROUND: Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) are tools of increasing interest in the sports population. The purpose of this study was to perform the cross-cultural adaptation and reliability analysis of the 4 Domain Sports Patient-Reported Outcome Measure (4 DSP) into Spanish. METHODS: A six-stage cross-cultural adaptation protocol was executed to obtain the Spanish version of the 4 DSP (S-4DSP). Subsequently, the questionnaire was administered to a population of 108 postoperative athletes with ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) injuries. The questionnaire was administered again after 30 days. Acceptability, floor and ceiling effects, internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha), and reproducibility (Intraclass Correlation) were evaluated. RESULTS: The S-4DSP was fully completed by 108 participants (mean age 34±10.75, 26% women), achieving 100% acceptability. No floor effect was detected. The statistical analysis yielded a global Cronbach's alpha for the questionnaire of 0.65, and domain-specific alphas of 0.88, 0.72, 0.27, and 0.68 for the first, second, third, and fourth domains, respectively. The Intraclass Correlation test reached a maximum of 0.94 and a minimum of 0.48 for the first and fifth questions, respectively. CONCLUSIONS: The S-4DSP is a reliable and useful tool for evaluating Spanish-speaking athletes after ACL reconstruction.

The advantages of using tranexamic acid in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a randomized controlled trial.

OBJECTIVE: The number of participants in sports or some form of recreation globally has led to an increase in the incidence of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries and the number of surgeries performed. Although it does not belong to risky surgical interventions, this operation is accompanied by complications that slow down post-operative rehabilitation. The objective is to analyze the effects of intra-articular (IA) injection of tranexamic acid (TXA) on the reduction of post-operative drained blood volume, pain intensity, and incidence of hemarthrosis after ACL reconstruction. METHODS: This prospective research included 124 patients undergoing ACL reconstruction surgery, randomly divided into two groups. The TXA group received IA TXA, whereas an equal amount of placebo was administered using the same route in the control group. RESULTS: The research has shown that IA injection of TXA effectively reduces post-operative blood loss (TXA group 71.29 ± 40.76 vs. control group 154.35 ± 81.45), reducing the intensity of post-operative pain (p < 0.001) and the incidence of hemarthrosis. CONCLUSION: The application of TXA significantly reduced post-operative bleeding and pain intensity, which accelerated the post-operative period.

OBJETIVO: El mayor número de participantes en deportes o alguna forma de recreación en todo el mundo ha llevado a un aumento en la incidencia de lesiones del ligamento cruzado anterior (LCA) y de las cirugías realizadas. Aunque no es una intervención quirúrgica de riesgo, esta operación va acompañada de complicaciones que ralentizan la rehabilitación posoperatoria. El objetivo es analizar los efectos de la inyección intraarticular de ácido tranexámico (TXA) sobre la reducción del volumen sanguíneo drenado posoperatorio, la intensidad del dolor y la incidencia de hemartrosis tras la reconstrucción del LCA. MÉTODO: Esta investigación prospectiva incluyó 124 pacientes sometidos a cirugía de reconstrucción del LCA, divididos aleatoriamente en dos grupos: uno recibió TXA intraarticular y otro (grupo de control) una cantidad igual de placebo por la misma vía. RESULTADOS: La investigación ha demostrado que la inyección intraarticular de TXA reduce efectivamente la pérdida de sangre posoperatoria (grupo TXA 71.29 ± 40.76 vs. grupo control 154.35 ± 81.45), reduciendo la intensidad del dolor posoperatorio (p < 0.001) y la incidencia de hemartrosis. CONCLUSIONES: La aplicación de TXA redujo significativamente el sangrado posoperatorio y la intensidad del dolor, lo que aceleró el posoperatorio.

The Influence of Different Hamstrings Assemblies on the Final Graft Diameter in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction.

Objective This study aimed to compare gracilis and semitendinosus tendon graft diameters in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction using quadruple, quintuple, and sextuple assemblies. Another objective was to evaluate the percentage of patients in which each assembly type is possible, depending on the length of each free tendon. Methods Seventy-one patients underwent ACL reconstruction using hamstring tendons. We measured the diameters of the quadruple, quintuple, and sextuple assemblies in all patients. We recorded tendon length and graft diameter from three assembly types. Results Assembly comparison showed a statistically significant difference ( p < 0.001). In each assembly, graft diameter increased by 1 mm, a statistically significant value ( p < 0.001). In 2.8% of patients, the only potential assembly was the quadruple assembly because the free lengths of the 2 tendons removed were lower than 24 cm. The quintuple assembly was possible in 23.9% of subjects, as only the semitendinosus had a minimum length of 24 cm. The sextuple assembly was possible in 73.2% of patients because both tendons were at least 24 cm in length. Conclusion A quintuple or sextuple assembly is possible in 97.2% of cases since the final graft length of at least 8 cm is statistically significant between comparisons.

Outcomes of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction in Patients with Associated Anterolateral Ligament Injury.

Objective To evaluate if there is a significant difference in the outcomes of isolated anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction in patients with or without associated anterolateral ligament (ALL) injury. Methods We conducted a retrospective cross-sectional study through the analysis of medical records and the application of the questionnaires of the Lysholm Knee Scoring Scale and the International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) Subjective Knee Form to patients undergoing isolated ACL reconstruction. Results The 52 participants included were divided into two groups: 19 with associated ALL injury and 33 with no associated ALL injury. None of the patients with associated ALL injury suffered an ACL rerupture, and 21.1% presented injuries to other knee structures after surgery. Among the patients with no associated injury, 6.1% suffered ACL rerupture, and 18.2% presented injuries to other structures after surgery ( p = 0.544). Return to activities at the same level as that of the preoperative period occurred in 60% of the patients with associated ALL injury and in 72% of those with no associated injury ( p = 0.309). The mean score on the Lysholm Knee Scoring Scale was of 81.6 points in patients with associated ALL injury, and of 90.1 in those with no associated injury ( p = 0.032). The mean score on the IKDC Subjective Knee Form was of 70.3 points in patients with associated ALL injury and of 76.7 in those with no associated injury ( p = 0.112). Conclusion There was no statistically significant difference regarding graft injuries or new injuries to other structures, satisfaction with the operated knee, or the score on the IKDC Subjective Knee Form. Return to activity was similar in the groups with and without associated ALL injuries. The scores on the Lysholm Knee Scoring Scale were better, with a statistically significant difference in the group with no associated ALL injuries.

Preliminary Outcomes of Scapholunate Ligament Augmentation with Internal Brace Technique.

Purpose: Injury to the scapholunate (SL) interosseous ligament (SLIL) is a common cause of carpal instability. Internal brace augmentation has been used in various ligament repair procedures; however, further investigation of its outcomes in hand surgery is needed. This study aimed to examine outcomes for patients who underwent SLIL repair with internal brace augmentation. Methods: Patients who underwent SLIL repair with the internal brace technique and had at least 1 year of follow-up were contacted. Available patients returned for an in-person evaluation with new radiographs and physical examination. If patients could not be contacted but had x-rays and physical examinations performed at greater than 1 year after surgery, these data were collected from their medical records. Participating patients completed the QuickDASH and Patient-Rated Wrist Evaluation surveys and rated their satisfaction with the surgery. Outcomes assessed included wrist range of motion, grip strength, scaphoid shift test, SL gap, SL angle, and radiographic evidence of radiocarpal arthritis. Results: We collected outcomes for 14 SLIL repairs among 13 patients (12 male). Mean length of the follow-up was 41 months (n = 14, 17-64). Mean QuickDASH and Patient-Rated Wrist Evaluation scores were 6.1 (0-43.2) and 9.6 (0-65), respectively. Radiographic measurements remained stable from immediate to latest follow-up, and no radiocarpal arthritic changes were noted. However, SL gap decreased from a mean of 5.33 mm (3.4-6.7) before surgery to 3.34 mm (2-4.6) at the latest follow-up, and SL angle decreased from a mean of 79.5° (67°-97°) before surgery to 67.3° (51°-85°) at the latest follow-up. All scaphoid shift tests were stable. Conclusions: Therefore, SL internal brace augmentation has favorable short-term results with improvements in pain, function, satisfaction, and carpal alignment at greater than 1 year postoperatively. This technique can be an effective option for the management of SL instability in the short term. Type of study/level of evidence: Therapeutic IV.

Análisis bibliométrico de la investigación en genética y la ruptura de ligamento cruzado anterior en deporte: una revisión / Bibliometric analysis of research in genetic and anterior cruciate ligament rupture in sport: a review / Análise bibliométrica da pesquisa em genética e ruptura do ligamento cruzado anterior no esporte: uma revisão

Resumen: Introducción: El componente genético se ha establecido como un factor de riesgo considerable para la ruptura del ligamento cruzado anterior (RLCA). La investigación actual se ha centrado en conocer los genes candidatos que pueden influir y predisponer a un sujeto a padecer esta lesión. Objetivo: Se llevó a cabo un análisis bibliométrico para rastrear los resultados de la indagación e identificar las tendencias globales, así como las brechas en el conocimiento sobre la relación entre el componente genético y la RLCA. Metodología: Los datos fueron extraídos de las bases Pubmed y Scopus, igual que analizados en el paquete Bibliometrix del software R. Se identificó un total de 63 estudios publicados a partir del 2007. Resultados: La mayoría de las publicaciones identificadas fueron artículos de investigación (85.71 %). Los autores con mayor número de aquellas se encuentran en Polonia y Sudáfrica. El análisis a través del mapa de coocurrencias reveló que hay una línea principal de investigación basada en el estudio de polimorfismos genéticos, especialmente en los genes de las familias del colágeno (COL1A1, COL5A1, COL12A1, en mayor frecuencia). Un total de 54 genes candidatos fueron identificados en los estudios. Conclusión: Esperamos que este estudio pueda contribuir a encontrar puntos claves y vacíos de investigación, al proporcionar análisis integrales e información estructurada sobre este tema.

Abstract: Introduction: Genetic component has been established as a significant risk factor for anterior cruciate ligament rupture (ACLR). Current research has focused on knowing the candidate genes that can influence and predispose a subject to this injury. Objective: A bibliometric analysis was carried out to trace the results of the research and identify global trends and gaps in knowledge about the relationship between the genetic component and ACLR. Methodology: Data were extracted from the Pubmed and Scopus databases and analyzed in the Bibliometrix package of the R software. A total of 63 studies published since 2007 were identified. Results: Most of the publications recovered were research articles (85.71%). The authors with the highest number of those are in Poland and South Africa. The analysis through the co-occurrence map reveals that there is a mainline of research based on the study of genetic polymorphisms, especially in the genes of the collagen families (COL1A1, COL5A1, COL12A1, in greater frequency). A total of 54 candidate genes were identified within the studies. Conclusion: We hope that this study can help to find key points and research gaps by providing a comprehensive analysis and structured information on this topic.

Resumo: Introdução: O componente genético foi estabelecido como um fator de risco significativo para a ruptura do ligamento cruzado anterior (RLCA). As pesquisas atuais têm se concentrado em identificar os genes candidatos que podem influenciar e predispor um indivíduo a essa lesão. Objetivo: Foi realizada uma análise bibliométrica para rastrear os resultados das pesquisas e identificar tendências globais e lacunas no conhecimento sobre a relação entre o componente genético e a RLCA. Metodologia: Os dados foram extraídos das bases de dados Pubmed e Scopus e analisados no pacote Bibliometrix do software R. Um total de 63 estudos publicados desde 2007 foram identificados. Resultados: A maioria das publicações recuperadas foram artigos de pesquisa (85,71%). Os autores com o maior número dessas publicações estão na Polônia e na África do Sul. A análise por meio do mapa de coocorrência revela que há uma linha principal de pesquisa baseada no estudo de polimorfismos genéticos, especialmente nos genes das famílias de colágeno (COL1A1, COL5A1, COL12A1, com maior frequência). Um total de 54 genes candidatos foram identificados nos estudos. Conclusão: Esperamos que este estudo possa ajudar a encontrar pontos-chave e lacunas de pesquisa, fornecendo uma análise abrangente e informações estruturadas sobre este tema.

Outcomes of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction in Patients with Associated Anterolateral Ligament Injury / Resultados da reconstrução do ligamento cruzado anterior em pacientes com lesão associada do ligamento anterolateral

Abstract Objective To evaluate if there is a significant difference in the outcomes of isolated anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction in patients with or without associated anterolateral ligament (ALL) injury. Methods We conducted a retrospective cross-sectional study through the analysis of medical records and the application of the questionnaires of the Lysholm Knee Scoring Scale and the International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) Subjective Knee Form to patients undergoing isolated ACL reconstruction. Results The 52 participants included were divided into two groups: 19 with associated ALL injury and 33 with no associated ALL injury. None of the patients with associated ALL injury suffered an ACL rerupture, and 21.1% presented injuries to other knee structures after surgery. Among the patients with no associated injury, 6.1% suffered ACL rerupture, and 18.2% presented injuries to other structures after surgery (p = 0.544). Return to activities at the same level as that of the preoperative period occurred in 60% of the patients with associated ALL injury and in 72% of those with no associated injury (p = 0.309). The mean score on the Lysholm Knee Scoring Scale was of 81.6 points in patients with associated ALL injury, and of 90.1 in those with no associated injury (p = 0.032). The mean score on the IKDC Subjective Knee Form was of 70.3 points in patients with associated ALL injury and of 76.7 in those with no associated injury (p = 0.112). Conclusion There was no statistically significant difference regarding graft injuries or new injuries to other structures, satisfaction with the operated knee, or the score on the IKDC Subjective Knee Form. Return to activity was similar in the groups with and without associated ALL injuries. The scores on the Lysholm Knee Scoring Scale were better, with a statistically significant difference in the group with no associated ALL injuries.

Resumo Objetivo Avaliar se há diferença significativa nos resultados da reconstrução isolada do ligamento cruzado anterior (LCA) em pacientes com e sem lesão associada do ligamento anterolateral (LAL). Métodos Foi realizado um estudo transversal retrospectivo com análise de prontuários e aplicação dos questionários da Escala de Pontuação do Joelho de Lysholm e do Formulário Subjetivo de Joelho do International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) a pacientes com reconstrução isolada do LCA. Resultados Os 52 participantes incluídos foram separados em 2 grupos: 19 com lesão associada do LAL e 33 sem lesão associada. Nenhum paciente com lesão associada do LAL sofreu rerruptura do LCA, e 21,1% tiveram lesões em outras estruturas do joelho após a cirurgia. Entre os pacientes sem lesão associada, 6,1% sofreram rerruptura do LCA, e 18,2% tiveram lesões em outras estruturas após a cirurgia (p = 0,544). O retorno às atividades no mesmonível do quenopré-operatóriofoi observadoem60% dos pacientes com lesão associada do LAL e em 72% daqueles sem lesão associada (p = 0,309). Na Escala de Pontuação do Joelho de Lysholm, os pacientes com lesão associada do LAL obtiveram média de 81,6 pontos, e os sem lesão associada, média de 90,1 pontos (p = 0,032). No Formulário Subjetivo de Joelho do IKDC, os pacientes com lesão associada do LAL obtiveram média de 70,3 pontos, e os sem lesão associada, média de 76,7 pontos (p = 0,112). Conclusão Não foi observada diferença estatística significativa quanto a lesões do enxerto ou novas lesões de outras estruturas, satisfação com o joelho operado ou pontuação no Formulário Subjetivo de Joelho do IKDC. Oretorno às atividades foi semelhante nos grupos com e sem lesão associada do LAL, e os resultados na Escala de Pontuação do Joelho de Lysholm foram melhores, com diferença estatística significativa no gruposem lesãoassociada do LAL.

Comparison of the Functional Outcomes of Arthroscopic Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction through the All-inside and Outside-in Techniques: A Double-Blinded Randomized Controlled Trial / Comparação dos resultados funcionais da reconstrução artroscópica do ligamento cruzado anterior pelas técnicas all-inside e outside-in: Um ensaio clínico controlado, randomizado e duplo-cego

Abstract Objective To compare the functional outcomes of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction with hamstring autograft (HA) through the all-inside (AI) technique with adjustable-loop cortical Endobutton (Smith & Nephew, Watford, Hertfordshire, England) on the sides of the femur and tibia and through the outside-in (OI) technique using an interference screw on the tibial side and a cortical Endobutton on the femoral side. Materials and Methods The present is a double-blinded randomized controlled trial (RCT) of 44 patients undergoing arthroscopic ACL reconstruction from February 2019 to February 2022 in a tertiary care hospital. As per computer-based randomization, the patients were distributed into two groups: the AI and OI groups. Both groups were evaluated for 12 months using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), the Lysholm Knee Scoring Scale, and part I (pain score) and part II (function score) of the Knee Society Score (KSS). Results On postoperative day 2,the VAS score was significantly higher in the OI group (p = 0.0001), but insignificant (p = 0.807) at 6 weeks. At 3, 6, and 12 months of follow-up, the score on the Lysholm Knee Scoring Scale was significantly higher (p = 0.001) in the AI group. At 6 months, both parts of the KSS showed a significant difference, with the AI group presenting a better outcome (p = 0.04). However, at 12 months, the AI group presented a better score on part I of the KSS, but no differences were observed regarding part II. Conclusion In a follow-up of 12 months, the patients submitted to the AI technique presented better outcome scores and pain relief than those submitted to the OI technique.

Resumo Objetivo Comparar os resultados funcionais da reconstrução do ligamento cruzado anterior (LCA) com autoenxerto de isquiotibiais pela técnica all-inside (AI) com Endobutton (Smith & Nephew, Watford, Hertfordshire, Inglaterra) cortical de alça ajustável nos lados do fêmur e da tíbia e pela técnica outside-in (OI) com parafuso de interferência no lado tibial e Endobutton cortical no lado femoral. Métodos Trata-se de um ensaio clínico controlado, randomizado e duplo-cego com 44 pacientes submetidos à reconstrução artroscópica do LCA de fevereiro de 2019 a fevereiro de 2022 em um hospital de cuidados terciários. De acordo com a randomização por computador, os pacientes foram distribuídos em dois grupos: AI e OI. Ambos os grupos foram avaliados durante 12 meses pela Escala Visual Analógica (EVA), a Escala de Pontuação do Joelho de Lysholm e pela parte I (pontuação de dor) e a parte II (pontuação de função) da escala Knee Society Score (KSS). Resultados No segundo dia de pós-operatório, a pontuação média na EVA foi significativamente maior no grupo OI (p = 0,0001), mas insignificante (p 0,807) às 6 semanas. Aos 3, 6 e 12 meses de acompanhamento, a pontuação na Escala de Lysholm (p = 0,001) foi significativamente maior no grupo AI. Aos 6 meses, ambas as partes da KSS apresentam uma diferença significativa, com o grupo AI apresentando um desfecho melhor (p = 0,04). No entanto, aos 12 meses, o grupo AI apresentou uma pontuação melhor na parte I da KSS, mas não foram observadas diferenças na parte II. Conclusão Em um acompanhamento de 12 meses, os pacientes submetidos à técnica AI apresentaram melhores pontuações de desfecho e alívio da dor do que aqueles submetidos à técnica OI.

The Influence of Different Hamstrings Assemblies on the Final Graft Diameter in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction / A influência de diferentes montagens dos tendões flexores no diâmetro final do enxerto na reconstrução do ligamento cruzado anterior

Abstract Objective This study aimed to compare gracilis and semitendinosus tendon graft diameters in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction using quadruple, quintuple, and sextuple assemblies. Another objective was to evaluate the percentage of patients in which each assembly type is possible, depending on the length of each free tendon. Methods Seventy-one patients underwent ACL reconstruction using hamstring tendons. We measured the diameters of the quadruple, quintuple, and sextuple assemblies in all patients. We recorded tendon length and graft diameter from three assembly types. Results Assembly comparison showed a statistically significant difference (p < 0.001). In each assembly, graft diameter increased by 1 mm, a statistically significant value (p < 0.001). In 2.8% of patients, the only potential assembly was the quadruple assembly because the free lengths of the 2 tendons removed were lower than 24 cm. The quintuple assembly was possible in 23.9% of subjects, as only the semitendinosus had a minimum length of 24 cm. The sextuple assembly was possible in 73.2% of patients because both tendons were at least 24 cm in length. Conclusion A quintuple or sextuple assembly is possible in 97.2% of cases since the final graft length of at least 8 cm is statistically significant between comparisons.

Resumo Objetivo Buscamos comparar o diâmetro dos enxertos com utilização dos tendões grácil e semitendíneo na reconstrução do ligamento cruzado anterior (LCA) utilizando as montagens quádrupla, quíntupla e sêxtupla. Outro objetivo é avaliar em qual porcentagem de pacientes é possível cada tipo de montagem, em função do comprimento de cada tendão livre. Métodos Setenta e um pacientes foram submetidos à reconstrução do LCA utilizando tendões isquitibiais. Foram medidos os diâmetros das montagens quádrupla, quíntupla e sêxtupla em todos pacientes. Registramos os comprimento dos tendões e o diâmetro do enxerto com os três tipos de montagens. Resultados As comparações entre as montagens mostraram diferença estatisticamente significativa (p < 0,001). A cada montagem, aumentou 1 mm o diâmetro do enxerto e isso foi estatisticamente significativo (p < 0,001). Em 2,8% dos pacientes, somente a montagem quádrupla foi possível, pois os comprimentos livres dos 2 tendões retirados foram menores que 24 cm. Em 23,9% desses, foi possível a montagem quíntupla; pois somente o semitendíneo tinha comprimento mínimo de 24 cm e, em 73,2%, foi possível a montagem sêxtupla com o comprimento dos 2 tendões igual ou superior a 24 cm. Conclusão Em 97,2% dos casos foi possível realizar a montagem quíntupla ou sêxtupla, já que o comprimento final do enxerto de no mínimo 8 cm apresenta diferença estatisticamente significante entre as comparações.

[Revision surgery of anterior cruciate ligament plasty]. / Cirugía de revisión de plastía de ligamento cruzado anterior.

INTRODUCTION: anterior cruciate ligament injuries (ACL) continue increasing in frecuency in the general population and sportmen who practice soccer and american football where we can locate 53% of the total of cases, the annual incidence is 70 per 100,000 persons. The incidence of this injuries has being increasing in women probably of the increase of the participation in such sports. OBJECTIVE: to document the causes of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) plasty failure, as well as the diagnosis, surgical technique, and postoperative care of a revision ACL plasty surgery. MATERIAL AND METHODS: a search for relevant information, original research articles, clinical trials, and reviews in indexed journals was performed. RESULTS: anterior cruciate ligament injuries continue to increase among the general population and athletes who play soccer and American soccer mainly, in this population group we found 53% of the total cases. The gold standard for treatment is arthroscopic reconstruction of the ligament. ACL reconstruction surgery has good results, with an estimated 75-90% success rate. Long-term failures of anterior cruciate ligament repair represent 5-25%. Among the factors associated with this failure are technical errors, traumatic antecedents, biological factors, among others. CONCLUSIONS: in ACL revision surgery good results can be achieved with respect to graft stability, return to play and functional stability of the knee, but the results are generally inferior to those of primary ACL reconstruction.

INTRODUCCIÓN: las lesiones del ligamento cruzado anterior (LCA) continúan en aumento entre la población general y deportistas que practican fútbol soccer y americano en donde se encuentra 53% del total de los casos; la incidencia anual es de 70 por cada 100,000 personas. La incidencia de estas lesiones ha ido en aumento en mujeres, probablemente por el incremento de la participación deportiva. OBJETIVO: documentar las causas de fracaso de plastía de ligamento cruzado anterior (LCA), así como el diagnóstico, técnica quirúrgica, cuidado postquirúrgico de una cirugía de revisión de plastía LCA. MATERIAL Y MÉTODOS: se ha realizado una búsqueda de información relevante, artículos de investigación originales, ensayos clínicos y revisiones en revistas indexadas. RESULTADOS: las lesiones del ligamento cruzado anterior continúan en aumento entre la población general y deportistas que practican futbol soccer y americano principalmente; en este grupo de la población encontramos 53% del total de los casos. El estándar de oro para su tratamiento es la reconstrucción del ligamento por vía artroscópica. La cirugía de reconstrucción de LCA presentan buenos resultados, se estima 75-90% de éxito. Los fracasos a largo plazo de la reparación de ligamento cruzado anterior representan de 5-25%. Dentro de los factores asociados a este fracaso encontramos errores técnicos, antecedentes traumáticos, factores biológicos, entre otros. CONCLUSIONES: en la cirugía de revisión de LCA se pueden lograr buenos resultados con respecto a la estabilidad del injerto, regreso al juego y estabilidad funcional de la rodilla, pero los resultados son generalmente inferiores a los de la reconstrucción primaria del LCA.

Rehabilitation and return-to-sport after anterior cruciate ligament injury and reconstruction: Exploring physical therapists' approaches in Argentina.

OBJECTIVES: To investigate the current clinical practice regarding pre- and post-surgical rehabilitation and return to sport (RTS) criteria following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). DESIGN: Cross-sectional design. Online survey. SETTING: Survey platform. PARTICIPANTS: Argentinian physical therapists (PTs). OUTCOME MEASURES: The survey consisted of a combination of 39 open- and closed-ended questions, divided across 3 sections: (1) demographic and professional information, (2) clinical practice and rehabilitation strategies, and (3) return-to-running (RTR) and RTS. RESULTS: A total of 619 PTs completed the survey. Considerable variability was observed in preoperative rehabilitation, criteria used for rehabilitation progression and RTS decision-making criteria used by PTs. From the total surveyed, 336 (54.3%) carried out RTS assessment in their clinical practice. Most of PTs (53.3%) use visual estimation to assess knee range of motion. Only 20% of the PTs reported incorporating patient-reported outcome measures in their decision-making. From PTs who use strength assessment as a criterion of RTS (68.8%), 16.6% extrapolate this from jump tests and 15.3% use manual muscle testing. Less than the 50% of the PTs recommended nine months or more to allow patients to RTS. CONCLUSIONS: Current rehabilitation practices of Argentinian PTs following ACLR are largely variable and not aligned with current evidence and scientific guidelines. To achieve better rehabilitation and RTS practices better knowledge dissemination and implementation are required.

Finite element graft stress for anteromedial portal, transtibial, and hybrid transtibial femoral drillings under anterior translation and medial rotation: an exploratory study.

Stress concentration on the Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction (ACLr) for femoral drillings is crucial to understanding failures. Therefore, we described the graft stress for transtibial (TT), the anteromedial portal (AM), and hybrid transtibial (HTT) techniques during the anterior tibial translation and medial knee rotation in a finite element model. A healthy participant with a non-medical record of Anterior Cruciate Ligament rupture with regular sports practice underwent finite element analysis. We modeled TT, HTT, AM drillings, and the ACLr as hyperelastic isotropic material. The maximum Von Mises principal stresses and distributions were obtained from anterior tibial translation and medial rotation. During the anterior tibia translation, the HTT, TT, and AM drilling were 31.5 MPa, 34.6 Mpa, and 35.0 MPa, respectively. During the medial knee rotation, the AM, TT, and HTT drilling were 17.3 MPa, 20.3 Mpa, and 21.6 MPa, respectively. The stress was concentrated at the lateral aspect of ACLr,near the femoral tunnel for all techniques independent of the knee movement. Meanwhile, the AM tunnel concentrates the stress at the medial aspect of the ACLr body under medial rotation. The HTT better constrains the anterior tibia translation than AM and TT drillings, while AM does for medial knee rotation.

Er:YAG Laser and Hemolasertherapy: Bone and Gingiva Gain-Case Report.

Background: Modern dentistry has increasingly valued conservative and biologically less invasive clinical practices, seeking to preserve the patients' tissues and natural dental elements. Most extractions in the dental clinic are preceded by periodontal disease that presents bone and gingival tissue loss, compromising the aesthetics as well as the support of dental elements. Objectives: The clinical approach in these cases often involves bone exertion followed by the successful installation of osseointegrated implants. Material and Methods: In this study, a case of extensive periodontal involvement and mobility of dental elements was carried out in a minimally invasive way, using the Er:YAG laser for periodontal decontamination and the hemolasertherapy technique to regenerate adjacent tissues, totaling nine weeks of treatment. Results: Clinical and radiographical improvement of tissue health and complete preservation of dental elements were observed. Conclusion: The patient underwent a follow-up appointment 2 years after the start of treatment when it was still possible to verify the stability of the clinical condition and the tissue gains obtained.

Anterior cruciate ligament: A brief narrative review of main risk factors for injury and re-injury.

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is one of the main injuries in professional and amateur athletes of different sports. Hundreds of thousands of ACL ruptures occurs annually, and only 55% of the athletes return to competitive level, with a 15 times higher chance of suffering a second injury. 60% of these injuries occur without physical contact and since they occur in the acute process, they can cause joint effusion, muscle weakness and functional incapacity. In the long term, they can contribute to a premature process of osteoarthritis. This narrative review is of particular interest for clinicians, practitioners, coaches and athletes to understand the main factors that contribute to an injury and/or re-injury and thus, to optimize their training to reduce and/or prevent the risk of injury and/or reinjury of ACL. Therefore, we aimed reports a narrative overview of the literature surrounding communication and explore through a theoretical review, the main risk factors for an ACL injury and/or re-injury, as well as bringing practical and correct methods of training applications. The lack of theoretical/practical knowledge on the part of rehabilitation and/or training professionals may impair the treatment of an athlete and/or student. High-quality research that can testing different training methods approaches in randomized controlled trials is needed.

Are lower limb symmetry and self-reported symptoms associated with functional and neuromuscular outcomes in Brazilian adults with anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction? A cross-sectional study.

INTRODUCTION: After anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, determining readiness to return to participation is challenging. The understanding of which neuromuscular performance parameters are associated with limb symmetry and self-reported symptoms may be useful to improve monitoring the rehabilitation towards adequate decision-making to return. OBJECTIVES: To compare the ACL-operated and injury-free lower limbs regarding functional performance; and to investigate whether lower limb strength and functional performance are associated with self-reported symptoms and functional lower limb symmetry. METHOD: Thirty-four participants were included. Functional performance was assessed by using the Y-Balance test, Single-leg Hop, and Functional Movement Screen. An isokinetic dynamometer was used to evaluate the strength levels in open and closed kinetic chains. The functional lower limb symmetry was calculated considering the single-leg hop test results for each lower limb. RESULTS: There were no differences in dynamic balance (Y-Balance) between the operated and injury-free limbs. The operated limb presented a worst performance in the single-leg hop. Self-reported symptoms prevalence and lower limb symmetry were associated with knee extension strength and functional performance (Y-Balance). CONCLUSION: Individuals submitted to ACL-reconstruction presented worse functional performance in the operated limb compared to the injury-free limb. Both knee strength and dynamic balance were associated with limb symmetry and self-reported symptoms.

Volar dislocation of the metacarpophalangeal joint of the thumb: open reduction and repair of the ulnar collateral ligament. A case report.

INTRODUCTION: metacarpophalangeal dislocations of the thumb are not very frequent injuries, it is necessary to know the anatomy of the region to know possible causes of interposition that prevent a closed reduction of this pathology. CASE PRESENTATION: we present the case of a 75-year-old woman with a post-traumatic metacarpophalangeal dislocation of the thumb that required open reduction and surgical repair. In this procedure, we performed reduction of the dislocation, mobilization of the interposed structures, repair of the capsule and reinsertion of the ulnar collateral ligament. The early mobilization protocol helped to obtain very good results. CONCLUSION: it is imperative to consider possible associated injuries during the acute phase to achieve optimal short, medium, and long-term outcomes for our patients. A comprehensive and proactive approach to diagnosis and treatment is vital in effectively addressing this pathology and minimizing its potential sequelae.

INTRODUCCIÓN: las luxaciones metacarpofalángicas del pulgar no son lesiones muy frecuentes, es necesario conocer la anatomía de la región para conocer posibles causas de interposición que impidan una reducción cerrada de esta patología. PRESENTACIÓN DEL CASO: presentamos el caso de una mujer de 75 años con luxación metacarpofalángica postraumática del pulgar que requirió reducción abierta y reparación quirúrgica. En este procedimiento realizamos reducción de la luxación, movilización de las estructuras interpuestas, reparación de la cápsula y reinserción del ligamento colateral cubital. El protocolo de movilización temprana ayudó a obtener muy buenos resultados. CONCLUSIÓN: es imperativo considerar posibles lesiones asociadas durante la fase aguda para lograr resultados óptimos a corto, mediano y largo plazo para nuestros pacientes. Un enfoque integral y proactivo del diagnóstico y tratamiento es vital para abordar eficazmente esta patología y minimizar sus posibles secuelas.

Surgical approach on combined chronic patellar tendon and bicruciate knee ligament injury.

A combined injury of the patellar tendon and both the anterior and posterior cruciate ligaments is disabling. It directly affects knee kinematics and biomechanics, presenting a considerable surgical challenge. In this complex and uncommon injury, decision-making should take into account the surgeon's experience and consider one- or two-stage surgery, tendon graft, graft fixation, and rehabilitation protocol. This manuscript discusses the surgical approach based on a comprehensive understanding of the patellar tendon and bicruciate biomechanics to guide which structures should be reconstructed first, especially when a two-stage procedure is chosen.

Ankle instability in pediatric and adolescent patients diagnosed with lateral malleolus avulsion fracture: Analysis of clinical and functional outcomes of ligament injury repair surgery.

BACKGROUND: Some children and adolescents can develop persistent pain and instability following inversion injuries of the ankle. In these cases, imaging exams could reveal small bone fragments distal to the lateral malleolus. For these patients, regular conservative treatment may not be successful, requiring additional management, which can include surgical treatment. This study aimed to present the short-to-midterm functional and clinical outcomes of a series of 12 pediatric and adolescent patients who underwent ligament repair surgery due to chronic instability associated with the presence of osseous components in the lateral ligaments. METHODS: A review of 12 patients treated with surgical ligament reconstruction of the ankle was evaluated. Clinical and functional evaluations were based on comparing the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), AOFAS ankle-hindfoot score, and residual symptoms before and after the surgical intervention. RESULTS: Before the reconstructive approach, the mean VAS was 2.41 and the mean AOFAS score was 74.16. After the procedure, the standard VAS declined to zero, and the AOFAS score was 100 in all patients. The mean follow-up was 6.33 months. CONCLUSION: The surgical approach in children and adolescents with symptomatic ankle instability due to the presence of osseous fragments after an initial inversion trauma provided adequate clinical and functional results at short-to-midterm follow-up. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Level IV, retrospective case series.

Comparative digital study using four methods of measurements of the tibial distal anatomical axes for determining the anatomical-mechanical angle in dogs with cranial cruciate ligament rupture.

OBJECTIVE: This study evaluates the amplitude of the anatomical-mechanical angle (AMA-angle) using 4 measuring methods of the tibial distal anatomical axes (DAA) previously described, comparing the literature results to determine if there are significant differences in patients with cranial cruciate ligament (CrCL) rupture. ANIMALS: This study was comprised of 30 tibiae (29 dogs), including 1 bilateral case. METHODS: A retrospective study was selected for this research. DAA measurements were performed on all surgically confirmed cases of canine CrCL rupture at Hospital Veterinário de Especialidades Bruselas from 2019 to 2022. Four different published methods (identified by surname of the corresponding author of the original publication) were compared. Tibial measurements were made using Veterinary Preoperative Orthopedic Planning Pro software (https://vpop-pro.com/) on mediolateral radiographic projections obtained from a digital database. RESULTS: The mean (range) in the DAA method conducted by Hulse obtained a AMA-angle of 5.4° (3.3 to 8.1°), 3.0° (0 to 5.8°) for Osmond et al, 3.2° (0.9 to 6°) for Miles, and 5.9° (2.4 to 8.8°) for Tudury. Differences among the means of the AMA-angle of the authors methods were found with a statistical difference (P < .05), except between Osmond and Miles. The mean AMA-angle with the Osmond method concurred with previous study results that determined the magnitude using the same measurement method of DAA in patients with CrCL rupture. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: The AMA-angle magnitude has been associated with higher sensitivity and specificity for predicting the development of CrCL rupture compared to other anatomical factors evaluated; therefore, future comparisons with different methods of measurement of the DAA between healthy and affected patients are recommended to determine whether any of them can increase the percentage value as a predictive factor for the occurrence of this condition.