Delayed Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction in Young Patients With Previous Anterior Tibial Spine Fractures

Conclusion:
Although an ATSF is a relatively rare injury, our cohort of patients suggests that a subset of young patients with all types of tibial spine fractures will require later ACL reconstruction. There is a need to counsel patients that a delayed ACL rupture is a potential risk after an ATSF, especially as children approach skeletal maturity. Further patient follow-up and prospective studies are required.

Source: The American Journal of Sports Medicine - July 31, 2016 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: Mitchell, J. J., Mayo, M. H., Axibal, D. P., Kasch, A. R., Fader, R. R., Chadayammuri, V., Terhune, E. B., Georgopoulos, G., Rhodes, J. T., Vidal, A. F. Tags: Knee ligaments, ACL, Pediatric sports medicine Source Type: research