Comparison of freeze-dried tibialis anterior allograft and four-strand hamstring autograft in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction

Purpose

The aim of this retrospective study was to evaluate the clinical outcomes of the patients who underwent primary anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery with either hamstring autograft or freeze-dried tibialis anterior allograft, which performed by the same surgeon using the same fixation technique.

同种异体胫前肌腱与自体腘绳肌腱重建前交叉韧带的病例对照研究

目的：对比异体胫前肌腱与自体胭绳肌腱重建前交叉韧带的临床疗效。方法：2005年9月至2007年5月,重建前交叉韧带100例,其中50例采用经深低温冷冻及v射线照射处理后的畀体胫前肌腱重建,50例采用自体胭绳肌腱重建。固定方式均为股骨端横杆悬挂固定（Rigidfix）和胫骨端中心固定（Intrafix）。术后通过对比两组症状体征、Lysholm评分来对比疗效。结果：两组均顺利完成手术,无感染及韧带再断裂发生。所有患者术后获随访,时间12-33个月（平均25．6个月）。异体组50例术膝轴移试验均阴性,前抽屉试验及Lachman试验为阴性或I度阳性;术后1年以上Lrrsholm总评分平均（89．3±6．3）分。自体组50例术膝体征检查结果与异体组类似,术后1年Lysholm总评分平均（90．5±4．5）分,两组对比差异无统计学意义（P〉0．05）。结论：同种异体胫前肌腱与自体胭绳肌腱重建前交叉韧带疗效相当,医生及患者可根据实际情况选择移植物。     

关节镜下同种异体胫前肌腱与自体腘绳肌腱重建前交叉韧带远期效果的比较

目的:对比同种异体胫前肌腱(tibialis anterior allograft,TAA)与自体腘绳肌腱(hamstring tendon autograft,HTA)重建前交叉韧带(anterior cruciate ligament,ACL)的10年随访临床疗效.方法:回顾分析2007年3月至2010年3月单束重...     

Patellar tendon autograft versus hamstring tendon autograft in arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: appraisal of the evidence

Arthroscopy–assisted reconstruction of a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a commonly performed surgical procedure. The type of graft used for ACL reconstruction has traditionally been an autograft; the more commonly used grafts are the bonepatellar tendon–bone (BPTP) and hamstring tendons, namely the gracilis and semitendinosus tendons (GST). We surveyed the evidence concerning the outcome of patients treated by arthroscopic reconstruction of the ACL with either BPTP or GST. On basis of several welldesigned studes, specifically 5 meta–analyses and one systematic review, we critically discuss the best evidence available today regarding ACL reconstruction. This evidence suggests that BPTP may be considered for patients performing high–demand activities not involving repetitive kneeling.     

Comparison of anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions using patellar tendon autograft or allograft

Seventy-eight of 113 consecutive patellar tendon anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions (autograft, 47 of 66; allograft, 31 of 47) were evaluated at an average of 34 months. Reconstructions were compared with Lysholm and Tegner knee-rating scales, physical examination findings, instrumented laxity values, single-leg hop distances, and isokinetic strength results. Lysholm scores ≥90 were achieved by 69% of autograft patients versus 67% of allograft patients. Desired Tegner activity scores were achieved by 80% of autograft patients versus 74% of allograft patients. Patellofemoral signs and symptoms were absent in 40% of autograft patients versus 44% of allograft patients. Side-to-side laxity differences ≤3 mm were achieved in 80% of autograft patients versus 70% of allograft patients. Single-leg hop scores ≥90% of the nonoperated leg were obtained in 76% of autograft patients versus 81% of allograft patients. Isokinetic results between groups were also similar. Traumatic ruptures were sustained by four allograft patients at an average of 11 months postoperatively compared with no traumatic ruptures in the autograft group (P = .011). This was the only difference of statistical significance.     

Posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (double bundle) using anterior tibialis tendon allograft

Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) reconstruction using a double-bundle technique has been described. However, reconstruction with a cryopreserved anterior tibialis tendon allograft and bioabsorbable fixation has not been described. The purpose of this article is to present this surgical technique with discussion and rationale for its indication and use in patients with PCL-deficient knees.Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery, Vol 17, No 4 (April), 2001: pp E14–E14     

Revision of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with patellar tendon allograft and autograft: 2- and 5-year results

Introduction

The most common failure reasons of an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) graft are incorrect positioning of the drill channels and insufficient fixation. In many cases, one-stage revision with patellar tendon graft and the appropriate corrections are possible. For previous use of the ipsilateral patellar tendon third, an allograft seems favorable for reconstruction. So far, no study compared the results of revision surgery of autologous versus allogenous patellar tendon grafts for revision surgery of the ACL in a 5-year follow-up.

Materials and methods

A retrospective study was conducted to analyze the clinical outcome and stability results 2?years (19.2?±?5.8?months) and 5?years (68.8?±?6.8?months) after revision of ACL reconstruction using middle-third patellar tendon allografts and autografts. The allografts were cleansed by mechanical means only. There were 15 patients in the allograft group and 14 in the autograft group. Patients with isolated re-rupture of the ACL graft were included in the study. Clinical results were evaluated by International Knee Documentation Committee 2000 forms (IKDC), Lysholm score, Tegner activity score, and visual analog scale. Stability was evaluated by means of KT-1000 arthrometer, Lachman test, and pivot-shift test. Location of drill holes was evaluated radiologically. Gonarthritis was graded according to Kellgren and Lawrence on the basis of radiographs.

Results

There were no significant differences between the two groups in anterior translation, manual examination for stability, IKDC 2000 findings, Tegner activity score, or Lysholm score. Extension deficits were more frequent in the autograft group at the first follow-up (P?=?0.010). Lateral gonarthritis and femoral tunnel widening were more common in the allograft group at the second follow-up (P?=?0.049 and P?=?0.023, respectively). Pain on walking downhill was significantly more frequent in the allograft group at the second follow-up (P?=?0.027).

Conclusions

The functional results with allografts that had not undergone irradiation or chemical sterilization were comparable to those with autografts in ACL revision surgery. Allografts represent a good alternative to autogenous patellar tendons in revision surgery.     

Revision total hip arthroplasty using a Kerboull-type acetabular reinforcement device with bone allograft: minimum 4.5-year follow-up results and mechanical analysis

We retrospectively reviewed 40 hips in 36 patients who had undergone acetabular reconstruction using a titanium Kerboull-type acetabular reinforcement device with bone allografts between May 2001 and April 2006. Impacted bone allografts were used for the management of American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Type II defects in 17 hips, and bulk bone allografts together with impacted allografts were used for the management of Type III defects in 23 hips. A total of five hips showed radiological failure at a mean follow-up of 6.7 years (4.5 to 9.3), two of which were infected. The mean pre-operative Merle d'Aubigné score was 10 (5 to 15) vs 13.6 (9 to 18) at the latest follow-up. The Kaplan-Meier survival rate at ten years, calculated using radiological failure or revision of the acetabular component for any reason as the endpoint, was 87% (95% confidence interval 76.3 to 97.7). A separate experimental analysis of the mechanical properties of the device and the load-displacement properties of bone grafts showed that a structurally hard allograft resected from femoral heads of patients with osteoarthritis should be preferentially used in any type of defect. If impacted bone allografts were used, a bone graft thickness of < 25 mm was acceptable in Type II defects. This clinical study indicates that revision total hip replacement using the Kerboull-type acetabular reinforcement device with bone allografts yielded satisfactory mid-term results.     

关节镜下髌韧带和六股异体腘绳肌腱单束重建前交叉韧带的临床研究

目的 比较关节镜下采用髌韧带和六股异体腘绳肌腱单束重建前交叉韧带的临床效果.方法 回顾性分析2006年10月至2009年12月我科采用关节镜下异体移植物单束重建前交叉韧带(ACL)的108例患者的临床资料,其中六股异体腘绳肌腱58例(腘绳肌腱组),异体髌韧带50例(髌韧带组).术后应用Lachman和pivot-shift试验以及KT-1000评估膝关节稳定性,按照国际膝关节评分委员会(IKDC)、Lysholm膝关节评分评价膝关节功能.结果 术后患者随访时间12～38个月,平均为28.6个月.腘绳肌腱组KT-1000检查示双侧膝关节前向松弛度差异为(1.2±1.2)mm,显著小于髌韧带组(1.8±1.5)mm,差异具有统计学意义(P＜0.05).腘绳肌腱组轴移试验阴性55例(94.8%),阳性3例(5.2%),髌韧带组阴性41例(82.0%),阳性9例(18.0%),差异具有统计学意义(P＜0.05).术后腘绳肌腱组和髌韧带组IKDC评分为(90±5)分和(89±5)分,Lysholm评分为(94±5)分和(93±6)分,两组比较差异无统计学意义(P＞0.05).结论 关节镜下单束重建前交叉韧带采用六股异体腘绳肌腱较髌韧带能够明显提高膝关节稳定性.

Abstract：

Objective To compare the outcome of arthroscopic single-bundle anterior cruciate ligament(ACL)reconstruction with six-strand hamstring tendon and patellar tendon allograft.Methods From October 2006 to December 2009,108 patients with arthroscopic single-bundle ACL reconstruction were retrospectively reviewed,with 58 patients with six-strand hamstring tendon(Group H),and 50 patients with patellar tendon allograft(Group P).Patients were available for clinical evaluation with KT-1000 arthrometer measurements,Lachman and pivot-shift test,and knee function with the Internationa]Knee Documentation Committee(IKDC),Lysholm scores.Results All the patients were followed up at an average of 28.6 months(range 12-38 months).The average side-to-side difference was lesser for group H(1.2 ± 1.2)mm than group P(1.8 ±1.5)mm(P＜0.05).On the pivot-shift test,55(94.8%)patients were negative and 3(5.2%)were positive in group H,whereas 41(82.0%)were negative and 9(18.0%)were positive in group P,with significant difference between two groups(P＜0.05).All knee function scores were improved postoperatively,without statistically significant difference between the two groups(P＞0.05).Conclusion Arthroscopic single-bundle ACL reconstruction with six-strand hamstring tendon will achieve better knee stability than patellar tendon allograft.     

Prediction of hamstring tendon autograft diameter and length for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction

The purpose of this study was to determine whether common physical measurements in patients undergoing anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction with autologous hamstring tendon could be used to predict autograft length and diameter. One hundred nineteen consecutive patients undergoing hamstring autograft ACL reconstruction had these preoperative measurements taken: age, height, weight, bilateral leg length, and bilateral thigh girth 5 and 10 cm proximal to the superior pole of the patella. Correlations between these measurements and graft length and diameter were evaluated. There was a strong correlation between leg length and hamstring autograft length (r = .73, P<.001). Weight (r = .51, P<.001) and leg length (r = .42, P<.001) had only moderate correlations with graft diameter. All other correlations were weak. Regression analysis demonstrated that leg length can be used to predict hamstring autograft tendon length to within 20 mm and that weight can be used to predict graft diameter to within 1.2 mm using regression equations. In conclusion, several simple measurements correlate with doubled semitendinosus and gracilis tendon autograft length and diameter. This new information may prove useful to surgeons who want hamstring autografts of a certain diameter or of a long length.     

自体髌腱与四股腘绳肌腱移植重建前交叉韧带安全性的Meta分析

Objective To compare clinical outcomes of patellar tendon and 4-strand hamstring autografts in single-bundle endoscopic reconstruction of anterior cruciate ligament(ACL). Methods The digital databases(PubMed,Embase,Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials,CBM)were searched for randomized controlled trials (RCTs)comparing patellar tendon with hamstring autografts for reconstruction of ACL.In addition.the reference lists from related original studies and review articles were hand-searched.The Cochrane Collaboration's tool for assessing risk of bias and Cochrane collaboration's RevMan 5.0 software were used for assessing trial methodological quality and data analyses. Results Fourteen RCTs were included.There were 1232 participants who met inclusion criteria in all studies.Meta-analyses showed that no statisticallv significant differences were found in graft failure rate after single-bundle reconstruction of the ACL at mean follow-ups of 2 to 3 years (RR=0.69,95%C/0.34 to 1.38,P=0.29,of 5 years (RR=0.37,95%CI 0.09 to 1.55,P=0.18),of 10 years(P=0.94)or when 3 subgroups combined(RR=0.71,95%CI 0.39 t0 1.31.P=0.28).The diffe-rence in≥5°extensor deficit was not statistically significant between the 2 groups(RR=1.63.95%CI 0.85 to 3.16,P=0.14).Anterior knee pain and kneeling pain or discomfort showed significantlv differences between the 2 groups at a mean follow-up of 2 years(P<0.05),but did not at follow-ups of 5 years and 10 years(P>0.05). Conclusions In single-bundle endoscopic ACL reconstruction.patellar tendon and 4-strand hamstring autografts have similar rates of graft failure and knee motion deficits.The patellar tendon autograft may have higher rates of anterior knee pain and kneeling pain or discomfort at an early stage after operation than the 4-strand hamstring autografi,but there may be no such differences on a long-term basis.     

自体髌腱与四股腘绳肌腱移植重建前交叉韧带安全性的Meta分析

目的 评价自体髌腱与4股腘绳肌腱移植关节镜下单束重建前交叉韧带(ACL)的安全性.方法 计算机检索CENTRAL、PubMed、EMBASE、中国生物医学文献数据库等,获取自体髌腱与4股腘绳肌腱移植重建ACL的随机对照试验(RCT),根据Cochrane图书馆推荐的RCT偏倚评估标准对纳入研究的方法学质量进行评估,并使用RevMan 5.0统计学软件对结果进行Meta分析,比较自体髌腱与4股腘绳肌腱移植重建ACL的移植失败率、伸膝缺失度、膝前痛等的差异.结果共纳入14篇文献,包括1232例患者.自体髌腱组与自体4股腘绳肌腱组的移植失败率在平均随访2～3年(RR=0.69,95%CI 0.34～1.38,P=0.29)、5年(RR=0.37,95%CI0.09～1.55,P=0.18)、10年(P=0.94)及合并后(RR=0.71,95%CI 0.39～1.31,P=0.28)差异均无统计学意义.两组伸膝缺失度≥5°的例数比较差异无统计学意义(RR=1.63,95%CI0.85～3.16,P=0.14).两组膝前痛随访2年差异有统计学意义(RR=2.04,95%CI 1.34～3.09,P=0.0008),而随访5年(RR=3.00,95%CI 0.92～9.79,P=0.07)及随访10年(P=0.737)差异均无统计学意义.两组膝跪痛或不适随访2年差异有统计学意义(RR=1.97,95%CI 1.01～3.85,P=0.05),随访5年(RR=1.51,95%CI 0.95～2.39,P=0.08)及随访10年(P=0.342)差异无统计学意义.结论自体髌腱与4股腘绳肌腱移植失败率及膝关节被动伸直缺失的发生率相似.自体髌腱移植随访早期(平均随访2～3年)膝前痛、膝跪痛或不适的发生率较高,但随着时间的延长(5～10年),两者趋于一致.

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Objective To compare clinical outcomes of patellar tendon and 4-strand hamstring autografts in single-bundle endoscopic reconstruction of anterior cruciate ligament(ACL). Methods The digital databases(PubMed,Embase,Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials,CBM)were searched for randomized controlled trials (RCTs)comparing patellar tendon with hamstring autografts for reconstruction of ACL.In addition.the reference lists from related original studies and review articles were hand-searched.The Cochrane Collaboration's tool for assessing risk of bias and Cochrane collaboration's RevMan 5.0 software were used for assessing trial methodological quality and data analyses. Results Fourteen RCTs were included.There were 1232 participants who met inclusion criteria in all studies.Meta-analyses showed that no statisticallv significant differences were found in graft failure rate after single-bundle reconstruction of the ACL at mean follow-ups of 2 to 3 years (RR=0.69,95%C/0.34 to 1.38,P=0.29,of 5 years (RR=0.37,95%CI 0.09 to 1.55,P=0.18),of 10 years(P=0.94)or when 3 subgroups combined(RR=0.71,95%CI 0.39 t0 1.31.P=0.28).The diffe-rence in≥5°extensor deficit was not statistically significant between the 2 groups(RR=1.63.95%CI 0.85 to 3.16,P=0.14).Anterior knee pain and kneeling pain or discomfort showed significantlv differences between the 2 groups at a mean follow-up of 2 years(P<0.05),but did not at follow-ups of 5 years and 10 years(P>0.05). Conclusions In single-bundle endoscopic ACL reconstruction.patellar tendon and 4-strand hamstring autografts have similar rates of graft failure and knee motion deficits.The patellar tendon autograft may have higher rates of anterior knee pain and kneeling pain or discomfort at an early stage after operation than the 4-strand hamstring autografi,but there may be no such differences on a long-term basis.     

Ankle stabilization with hamstring autograft: a new technique using interference screws

Many techniques have been advocated for the late surgical reconstruction of the lateral ankle ligament complex, including the use of hamstring tendon autografts. A new technique is described which attempts to restore anatomically the anterior talofibular ligament using hamstring autograft. The distal end of the graft is secured in a blind-ended tunnel in the talus without the need for transosseous tensioning. This is achieved with the use of the Bio-Tenodesis Screw System.     

Arthroscopic anterior shoulder stabilization: combined multiple suture repair and laser-assisted capsular shrinkage

The results of laser-assisted capsular shrinkage (LACS) in combination with arthroscopic refixation of the capsulolabral avulsion are compared to those of an arthroscopic Bankart repair alone. In a prospective study, an arthroscopic LACS in combination with a multiple suture capsulolabral refixation according to Caspari and Savoie (Am. J. Sports Med. 12 (1984) 283) was performed from July 1997 to April 1999 on 22 nonselected patients. The clinical results were compared to those of 20 patients following anterior shoulder stabilization according to Caspari without LACS from January 1992 to June 1997. The average follow-up was 59 (21-81) months for the Caspari only and 24 (7-48) months for the Caspari + LACS-group. The observed redislocation rate was reduced to 5% (1/22) through the additional capsular shrinkage, from the initially observed 25% (5/20) of the Caspari only group. A total of 82% of the patients with additional laser shrinkage had a "very good" or "good" outcome when evaluated by Young and Rockwood (J. Bone Joint Surg.73 A (1991) 1) shoulder score, compared to 50% after capsulolabral repair alone. The data show that a capsulolabral repair in combination with LACS provides significantly better clinical results and a lower recurrence rate than the capsulolabral repair alone.     

Ten year follow-up after single incision anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction using patellar tendon autograft

AIM: We evaluated 74 patients 10 years after arthroscopically assisted ACL reconstruction using the central third of the patellar tendon as autograft. METHOD: IKDC, Tegner and Lysholm scores were used for clinical evaluation. Ligament stability was tested using the Rolimeter instrument. For statistics we used the Chi square test. RESULTS: At follow-up the Tegner activity level was 5.2, the Lysholm score was 93.6 points. Subjective assessment for function was rated normal or nearly normal in 83.7 %, for stability in 71.6 %. The side-to-side difference measured with the Rolimeter was normal in 87.8% and nearly normal in 12.2 %. Pivot shift was proven to be negative in 94.6 %. 29.7 % of patients showed degenerative changes in X-rays at follow-up. There was a significant correlation between time interval from injury to surgery and the grade of degenerative changes. Arthrosis significantly correlates with the rate of meniscus injury. Acute operative treatment increases the rate of arthrofibrosis significantly. CONCLUSION: To avoid osteoarthrosis we recommend an early (subacute) ACL reconstruction and meniscus refixation in the case of meniscus injury.     

Reconstruction using an autograft with near complete preservation of the extensor retinaculum for chronic tibialis anterior tendon disruption

We present the case of a 42-year-old woman with chronic disruption of the tibialis anterior tendon who was treated by reconstructive surgery using autologous semitendinosus tendon grafting. Two incisional approaches, proximal and distal of the degenerative scar tissue between each ruptured stump, made it possible to preserve most of the extensor retinaculum, except for the inferior Y-shaped medial segment that was excised to prevent adhesion between the reconstructed tendon and the extensor retinaculum. Furthermore, by placing the proximal and distal suture knots far from the ends of the extensor retinaculum, impingement could be avoided between the knots using the Pulvertaft weave technique, and of the extensor retinaculum through movement of the ankle joint. Although some types of tendon transfer technique or interpositional autologous tendon grafting have been reported to show good outcomes for chronic tibialis anterior tendon disruption with a large defect, the recent trend has been toward reconstructive surgery using autografts. The surgical technique presented seems applicable for achieving minimum surgical complications in this rare condition.     

Arthroscopic anterior stabilization of the shoulder: two to six-year follow-up

BACKGROUND: The purpose of this study was to evaluate prospectively the surgical outcomes of arthroscopic repair of anterior capsulolabral lesions with use of suture anchors in a large series of patients who were followed for two to six years. METHODS: We evaluated the results of arthroscopic Bankart repair with use of suture anchors and nonabsorbable sutures in 167 patients with traumatic recurrent anterior instability of the shoulder. The mean age at the time of the operation was twenty-five years. Preoperatively and at the time of follow-up (at a mean of forty-four months), the patients were assessed with three objective outcome measurement tools (the Rowe score, the University of California at Los Angeles [UCLA] shoulder rating scale, and the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons [ASES] score) and two subjective measurement tools (pain and function visual analog scales). The recurrence rate, range of motion, and risk factors for postoperative recurrence were evaluated. RESULTS: All shoulder scores improved after surgery (p < 0.001). According to the Rowe scale, 130 patients (78%) had an excellent score; twenty-nine (17%), a good score; six (4%), a fair score; and two (1%), a poor score. Overall, the rate of postoperative recurrence of instability was 4% (one dislocation, two subluxations, and four positive results on the anterior apprehension test). Postoperative recurrence was related to an osseous defect of >30% of the entire glenoid circumference. In the patients with recurrent postoperative instability, the episodes were less frequent than they had been preoperatively and shoulder function was related to activity level. A revision arthroscopic Bankart repair stabilized three of the four shoulders in which it was performed. One hundred and fifty-two patients (91%) returned to >/=90% of their preinjury activity level. The mean loss of external rotation (and standard deviation) was 2.0 degrees +/- 4.0 degrees. CONCLUSIONS: We found that, in contrast to previous reports on the results of arthroscopic repair, arthroscopic capsulolabral repair with use of suture anchors can provide satisfactory outcomes in terms of recurrence rate, activity, and range of motion.