Degenerative Changes in the Knee 2 Years After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture and Related Risk Factors: A Prospective Observational Follow-up Study

Conclusion: Two years after ACL rupture, early degenerative changes were assessed on MRI. Concomitant medial cartilage defect and meniscal injury, male sex, persistent bone marrow lesions in the medial tibiofemoral compartment, and joint effusion are risk factors for degenerative changes.

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Source: The American Journal of Sports Medicine - May 31, 2016 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: van Meer, B. L., Oei, E. H. G., Meuffels, D. E., van Arkel, E. R. A., Verhaar, J. A. N., Bierma-Zeinstra, S. M. A., Reijman, M. Tags: Knee, general, Knee ligaments, ACL, Imaging, magnetic resonance Source Type: research