IC 101-2022: Which ACL Reconstruction Needs More? A Case-Based Discussion of Slope Correction, Lateral Augmentation, Meniscal Transplantation...-Which ACL Reconstruction Needs More? A Case-Based Discussion of Slope Correction, Lateral Augmentation, Meniscal Transplantation... (5/7)

Which ACL Reconstruction Needs More? A Case-Based Discussion of Slope Correction, Lateral Augmentation, Meniscal Transplantation... (5/7)

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Video Summary

In this video, a medical professional discusses ACL surgery and the factors that can lead to its failure. They mention the importance of graft choice and how the use of quadriceps tendon grafts has increased in recent years. Tunnel malplacement is highlighted as the leading cause of ACL surgery failure. The speaker also discusses the role of biological factors in graft failure. They talk about the use of lateral augmentation procedures to reduce failure rates. The importance of the ACL and IT band in stabilizing the knee is emphasized. The video also mentions the occurrence of additional injuries in ACL cases and their impact on stability. The speaker presents two case studies, one involving a professional soccer player and the other a Division I soccer player, to illustrate different aspects of ACL surgery. They discuss the use of slope osteotomy and its indications, as well as various considerations and techniques related to this procedure. The speaker highlights the importance of addressing concomitant pathologies and mentions the use of meniscus transplants in some cases. The video concludes with a call for collaboration on an ongoing research project. No credits are mentioned in the transcript.

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Volker Musahl, MD

Keywords

ACL surgery

graft choice

tunnel malplacement

biological factors

slope osteotomy