AJSM Webinar Series - December 2022: Quadriceps Tendon Autograft ACL Reconstruction – Global Perspectives-AJSM Webinar Series - December 2022: Quadriceps Tendon Autograft ACL Reconstruction

AJSM Webinar Series - December 2022: Quadriceps Tendon Autograft ACL Reconstruction – Global Perspectives

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In this webinar on ACL reconstruction, a panel of experts discusses the use of quadriceps tendon autografts as a graft option. They compare it to other graft types like hamstring and patellar tendon, highlighting its strengths and weaknesses. The panelists share their experiences and techniques for harvesting and using the quadriceps tendon autograft, and discuss the findings of relevant studies and meta-analyses. One systematic review showed no significant differences in graft failure rates, patient-reported outcomes, or laxity between quadriceps tendon autografts and other graft types, but noted lower donor site morbidity with the quadriceps tendon. The panel emphasizes the need to consider individual patient factors and surgeon experience when choosing a graft type and highlights the limitations of registry data. They also call for more high-quality research in this area. Ultimately, the panel concludes that quadriceps tendon autografts are a viable option for ACL reconstruction, offering good outcomes with less donor site morbidity when used appropriately.

Keywords

webinar

ACL reconstruction

quadriceps tendon autografts

graft option

hamstring tendon

patellar tendon

harvesting techniques

systematic review

donor site morbidity

patient factors

high-quality research