An Update on Emerging Techniques and Considerations in Revision Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction.

JBJS Rev · Jul 01 2024 · Review

Quinn M, Lemme N, Morrissey P, Fadale P, Owens BD

Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island

Sports Medicine

SUMMARY — THE REDUCTIONThis review highlights key technical considerations in revision ACL reconstruction, including correcting excessive posterior tibial slope or varus malalignment via osteotomy and addressing anterolateral, collateral, and meniscal injuries to improve outcomes.
Abstract, as published

» The rate of primary anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) failure in at-risk populations remains unacceptably high and necessitates thorough evaluation of native alignment and concomitant injuries.» Posterior tibial slope of >12° is a substantial risk factor of ACLR failure and should be corrected through anterior closing wedge osteotomy.» Varus malalignment of >5° exacerbates stress on the ACL graft, increases ACLR failure risks, and should be considered for correction through high tibial osteotomy at the time of revision ACLR.» Injuries to the anterolateral ligamentous complex are prevalent in ACL ruptures, and high-risk patients have shown benefit from anterolateral ligament reconstruction or lateral extra-articular tenodesis in the revision setting.» Addressing posterolateral corner, collateral ligament, and meniscal injuries, during revision ACLR, is vital to mitigate increased graft forces and optimize knee stability and functional outcomes.

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