Vol. 6, Issue 4 (2020)
Our experience with the complications in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
Author(s):
Senthilnathan Arumugam, Hameed Sabeer, Prabhakar Ramabadran and Vijayashankar Kaliyaperumal
Abstract:
Aim and Objectives: To evaluate the complications encountered during ACL reconstruction. To quantify the complications and propose an appropriate solution.
Methodology: This is a retrospective study done at the department of orthopaedics of Rajah Muthiah Medical College and hospital. 67 cases of ACL reconstruction done in the last 5 years were taken into account for this study. In 35 (52.2%) cases, the patellar tendon bone graft was used for the reconstruction and in 32 (47.7%) cases the hamstrings graft was used.
Results: A total of 20 (28%) complications, both intraoperative and postoperative, were encountered, out of which 13 (19.4%) were intraoperative and 7 (10.4%) were postoperative.
Conclusion: The different complications in ACL reconstruction reiterates the need for an excellent surgical skill and a vigilant postoperative follow up.
Pages: 380-384 | 1476 Views 357 Downloads
How to cite this article:
Senthilnathan Arumugam, Hameed Sabeer, Prabhakar Ramabadran and Vijayashankar Kaliyaperumal. Our experience with the complications in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Int. J. Orthop. Sci. 2020;6(4):380-384. DOI: 10.22271/ortho.2020.v6.i4f.2361
