2023 AOSSM Annual Meeting Recordings with CME-ACL with Quad

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Video Summary

The video discusses the use of full-thickness quadriceps tendons in ACL reconstruction surgery. It compares the cross-sectional area and load-to-failure between quadriceps and hamstring tendons. The video also mentions the histological benefits of quadriceps tendons and highlights the techniques for extracting and fixing the tendon graft. A case report of a soccer player who underwent ACL reconstruction with quadriceps tendon is discussed, along with the positive post-operative results. The speaker references a systematic review that indicates no significant differences in stability and functional outcomes between quadriceps and hamstring tendons but suggests that quadriceps tendons may have fewer complications and less anterior knee pain. They also mention the versatility of quadriceps tendons for various types of ligament reconstruction. The speaker credits Dr. Freddy Fu for highlighting the versatility of quadriceps tendons.

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Hernan Galan, MD

Keywords

quadriceps tendons

ACL reconstruction surgery

histological benefits

tendon graft

ligament reconstruction