What Role Does Low Bone Mineral Density Play in the “Killer Turn” Effect after Transtibial Posterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction?

ConclusionsThe low BMD group demonstrated an inferior biomechanical outcome to the control group with the transtibial technique. With low BMD, the “killer turn” effect compromises the posterior tibial cortex by enlarging the tunnel inlet.

Source: Orthopaedic Surgery - December 28, 2016 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Yue Li, Xing ‐zuo Chen, Jin Zhang, Guan‐yang Song, Xu Li, Hua Feng Tags: SCIENTIFIC ARTICLE Source Type: research