膝关节交叉韧带和侧副韧带的断面解剖学研究及其意义

目的研究膝关节交叉韧带和侧副韧带的断面形态特征和变化规律,为诊断膝部韧带病变提供更为详尽的形态学资料。方法利用27例正常成人膝关节标本制作连续断面,其中矢状断面9例,冠状断面12例,横断面6例。通过横、矢、冠状断面标本,观测膝关节韧带的断面形态特征及定量测量。结果矢状面上测量前、后交叉韧带长度分别为(29.66±4.21)mm、(40.26±6.81)mm,厚度分别为(10.03±1.97)mm、(11.24±3.50)mm。冠状面上前、后交叉韧带长径分别为(15.18±3.25)mm、(18.79±3.35)mm,短径分别为(6.37±1.32)mm、(8.03±1.46)mm;胫、腓侧副韧带长度分别为(102.85±19.64)mm、(45.52±14.91)mm,厚度分别为(2.63±0.72)mm、(3.43±1.04)mm。髁间隆起的横断面上胫、腓侧副韧带长径分别为(21.98±11.95)mm、(5.25±1.93)mm,短径分别为(2.03±0.59)mm、(2.87±0.64)mm。结论 (1)观测交叉韧带最好的断面是膝关节正中矢状面,其次是正中旁开1个矢状断面。除厚度外,在矢状面上前后交叉韧带长度、股、胫骨附着区宽度均有明显差异。(2)胫、腓侧副韧带在连续的冠状断面及横断面上均可显示,以冠状断面配合横断面相对为佳。     

踝、距下关节外侧韧带断层与MRI图像的对照研究及临床意义

目的 :为临床MRI诊断踝、距下关节外侧韧带损伤提供断层解剖学依据。方法 :利用低温冰冻技术 ,当足呈自然放松位时 ,将踝、距下关节制成 3 .5mm厚的薄层断层标本 ,并与该区的磁共振图像相对照。结果 :距腓前韧带在轴位 ,跟腓韧带在冠状位和斜轴位 ,距腓后韧带在四个方位 ,颈韧带在冠状位和矢状位 ,距跟骨间韧带在冠状位、矢状位和斜轴位 ,伸肌下支持带浅束在冠状位和矢状位 ,中束和深束在冠状位 ,能清楚观察各韧带的形态和毗邻关系。结论 :在MRI上能清楚显示踝、距下关节外侧区的各条韧带。     

Influence of selected plane on the evaluation of tibial tunnel locations using a three-dimensional bone model in double-bundle anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction

BackgroundThe purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of a selected plane on the evaluation of tibial tunnel locations following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) between two planes: the plane parallel to the tibial plateau (Plane A) and the plane perpendicular to the proximal tibial shaft axis (Plane B).MethodsThirty-four patients who underwent double-bundle ACLR were included. Three-dimensional model of tibia was created using computed tomography images 2 weeks postoperatively, and tibial tunnels of the anteromedial bundle (AMB) and posterolateral bundle (PLB) were extracted. To evaluate tibial tunnel locations, two planes (Planes A and B) were created. The locations of the tibial tunnel apertures of each bundle were evaluated using a grid method and compared between Planes A and B. The difference in coronal alignment between Planes A and B were also assessed.ResultsThe AMB and PLB tunnel apertures in Plane A were significantly more laterally located than in Plane B (mean difference; AMB, 1.5%; PLB, 1.7%, P < 0.01). There were no significant differences in the anteroposterior direction between the planes. Coronal alignment difference between the planes was 16.8 ± 2.2°; Plane B was more valgus than Plane A.ConclusionAlthough tibial tunnel locations were not significantly influenced by the selected planes in the AP direction, subtle but statistically significant differences were found in the ML direction between the Planes A and B in double-bundle anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. The findings suggest that both Planes A and B can be used in the assessment of tibial tunnel locations after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.     

Magnetic resonance imaging of the coraco-acromial ligament

The coraco-acromial ligament is important first for the stability of the shoulder joint and second because it can impinge on the rotator cuff. In this study we demonstrate how the coraco-acromial ligament can be shown by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in the axial plane as well as in the more conventional coronal and sagittal planes. Clin. Anat. 10:88–91, 1997 © 1997 Wiley-Liss, Inc.     

Characterization of the orientation and isometry of Humphrey's ligament

Objectives/purposeThe purpose of this study was to examine the effect of flexion angle on isometry and fiber obliquity of the anterior meniscofemoral ligament (Humphrey's ligament (HL)).MethodsFollowing a medial parapatellar arthrotomy on 7 fresh frozen cadavers, the insertion points of the anterolateral (AL) and posteromedial (PM) bundles of the PCL, and HL were identified. Using a 9 mm circular software tool, virtual fibers were created. Within each virtual graft, a central fiber was calculated and used to generate anisometry profiles for the AL and PM bundles and HL at flexion angles of 0°, 30°, 60°, 90°, and 120°. Previously validated computer navigation software was used to re-create three dimensional bundles to measure fiber obliquity in the sagittal, frontal, and axial planes.ResultsHL length increased with knee flexion from 0 to 120°, and underwent similar length changes as the PCL bundles. In full extension and at 90°, the average length of the PM and AL bundles were not statistically different (p = 0.13 and p = 0.85 respectively). From 0 to 120°, the PM bundle was the most isometric, but the anisometry profile was statistically similar to the AL bundle and HL. In general, HL and the PM bundle had similar graphic trends in terms of fiber obliquity in all planes.ConclusionsUsing computer navigation, we have demonstrated that HL has similar isometry profiles as the PM and AL bundles of the PCL, and “mirrored” the obliquity of the PM bundle in all planes throughout flexion to 120°.     

Anatomical Variability of Intercondylar Fossa Geometry in Patients Diagnosed with Primary Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture

The aims of this study were to (1) describe the three-dimensional characteristics and sources of anatomical variability in the geometry of the intercondylar fossa (“notch”) in an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)-injured sample and (2) assess the relationship between patient factors and anatomical variability of the fossa in the context of impingement risk. A retrospective analysis of preoperative magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for 49 patients with ACL rupture was performed. Scans were examined in the axial plane using an online picture archiving and communication system (PACS) viewer and fossa width and angle assessed at multiple slices, as well as anteroposterior depth, fossa height, and calculated total volume. Principal component analysis was performed to prioritize the sources of variability. A multivariate linear regression was performed to assess relationships between different patient factors, controlling for imaging parameters and principal component loadings. Geometric properties were normally distributed for all but fossa volume, height, and distal angle. Three principal components (PCs) were identified explaining 80% of total variance, shape (PC1), size in the coronal plane (PC2), and size in the sagittal plane (PC3). Patient factors were significantly (P < 0.05) related to PC loadings; however, a substantial amount of variance in each model remained unexplained. Intercondylar fossa characteristics vary considerably within ACL-injury patients with shape and size in coronal and axial planes, explaining most of the variance. Although patient factors are associated with anatomical characteristics, further work is required to identify the correct combination of factors accurately predicting geometry of the fossa for planning ACL reconstruction. Clin. Anat. 33:610–618, 2020. © 2019 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.     

The outcome of all-inside meniscal repair with relation to previous anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction

BackgroundArthroscopically assisted all-inside meniscal repair has become a popular treatment for meniscal tears. Previous studies have suggested a beneficial effect of concomitant anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction on meniscal repair outcomes. The effect of prior cruciate ligament reconstruction (predating the meniscal injury) on meniscal repair success is unreported. The aim of this study was to assess the success of meniscal repair in our practice. Further aims were to analyze the effect of concomitant- and past-anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction on meniscal repair outcomes.MethodsRetrospective review of all patients undergoing arthroscopic meniscal repair during a 53 month period was performed. Mean followup was 13.5 months (mean 6–50). The primary outcome measure was meniscal reoperation.ResultsSixteen of 104 patients required reoperation, giving an overall meniscal repair success rate of 85%. Patients undergoing concomitant anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction enjoyed significantly improved outcomes (91%, p = 0.049), while those with a past history of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction had significantly worse meniscal repair success rates (63%, p = 0.016).ConclusionsArthroscopic meniscal repair in a selected patient group offers good success rates, especially when performed with concomitant anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. We have identified a subgroup of patients, those with a past history of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction predating the meniscal injury, who appear to have relatively poor outcomes from meniscal repair. Potential reasons for this finding are discussed.Level of EvidenceLevel IV, case series.     

Interactive multidimensional display of magnetic resonance imaging data

Acquisition of multiparametric images in multiple planes often requires unacceptably long scanning times. The ability to display high quality planar cuts in arbitrary planes from single plane (eg, transaxial, coronal, or sagittal plane) images would alleviate the need to acquire images in multiple planes. The need to display data from three-dimensional volume acquisitions also poses a problem to the radiologist. We have developed an interactive multidimensional display tool for magnetic resonance data. The tool presents three orthogonal planes (such as transaxial, coronal, and sagittal) simultaneously and allows the user to interactively roam through the data set. The user can select any arbitrary oblique plane and obtain the corresponding reformations. Additionally the tool allows the correlated display of sets of differently acquired data. This tool offers an effective means for the display of isotropic data and reformatted planar data. The ability to interact directly with the data allows increased transference of information to the radiologist and referring physician.     

Experimental evaluation of 3-dimensional kinematic behavior of the cruciate ligaments

PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to evaluate a low-cost and easily reproducible technique for biomechanical studies in cadavers. In this kind of study, the natural effect of loading of the joint and shear forces are not taken into account. The objective is to describe the plastic deformation of the ligaments into 3-dimensional space. METHOD: For 18 intact human cadaver knees, the cruciate ligaments were divided into 3 fiber bundles, the tibial or femoral fixation points were marked, and 2 perpendicular different x-ray exposures were performed, thus obtaining radiographs of spatial projections of the bundle in 3 anatomic planes (frontal, sagittal, and transversal). From the measurements made on the x-ray films, we obtained the average distance between the 2 fixation points of the cruciate ligaments on the tibia and the femur at 4 different flexion angles. RESULTS: The distance between the fixation points of the medial and lateral fiber bundles of the cruciate ligaments did not change significantly during movement. There were, however, significant variations (P < .05) in the distance between the fixation points of the posterior fiber bundles of the anterior cruciate ligament and the anterior fiber bundles of the posterior cruciate ligament. CONCLUSIONS: This technique was efficient for demonstrating the plastic deformability of the cruciate ligaments. The results proceeding from this type of study can assist in the planning of physical rehabilitation programs.     

膝后外侧部结构的断层解剖及临床意义

目的：为MRI诊断膝后外侧部结构损伤提供断层解剖学依据。方法：用火棉胶包埋技术对8侧成人尸体膝部进行矢状和冠状位l～2mm厚的连续切片，观察膝后外侧部结构在断面上的形态、位置和毗邻关系。结果：腓侧副韧带和弓状韧带在冠状切片显示较好；小豆腓骨韧带在矢状切片显示较好；胭腓韧带在矢状和冠状切片均可显示；胭肌的肌腹部、肌腹一肌腱连接部和胭肌腱股骨部在冠状层面可显示，胭肌腱斜行部在矢状面显示较好。结论：膝部矢状和冠状断层切片能清晰显示膝后外侧部结构，有利于正确辨认这些结构的影像学表现。     

Structure and vascularization of the cruciate ligaments of the human knee joint

The structure and vascularization of the human anterior and posterior cruciate ligament were investigated by light microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, injection techniques and by immunohistochemistry. The major part of the anterior and posterior cruciate ligament is composed of bundles of type I collagen. Type III collagen-positive fibrils separate the bundles. The major cell type is the elongated fibroblast, lying solitarily between the parallel collagen fibrils. The histologic structure of the cruciate ligaments is not homogeneous. In both ligaments there is a zone where the tissue resembles fibrocartilage. In the anterior cruciate ligament the fibrocartilaginous zone is located 5–10 mm proximal of the tibial ligament insertion in the anterior portion of the ligament. In the posterior cruciate ligament the fibrocartilage is located in the central part of the middle third. Within those zones the cells are arranged in columns and the cell shape is round to ovoid. Transmission electron microscopy reveals typical features of chondrocytes. The chondrocytes are surrounded by a felt-like pericellular matrix, a high content of cellular organelles and short processes on the cell surface. The pericellular collagen is positive for type II collagen. The major blood supply of the cruciate ligaments arises from the middle geniculate artery. The distal part of both cruciate ligaments is vascularized by branches of the lateral and medial inferior geniculate artery. Both ligaments are surrounded by a synovial fold where the terminal branches of the middle and inferior arteries form a periligamentous network. From the synovial sheath blood vessels penetrate the ligament in a horizontal direction and anastomose with a longitudinally orientated intraligamentous vascular network. The density of blood vessels within the ligaments is not homogeneous. In the anterior cruciate ligament an avascular zone is located within the fibrocartilage of the anterior part where the ligament faces the anterior rim of the intercondylar fossa. The fibrocartilaginous zone of the middle third of the posterior cruciate ligament is also avascular. According to Pauwel’s theory of the ”causal histogenesis” (1960) the stimulus for the development of fibrocartilage within dense connective tissue is shearing and compressive stress. In the anterior cruciate ligament this biomechanical situation may occur when the ligament impinges on the anterior rim of the intercondylar fossa when the knee is fully extended. Compressive and shearing stress in the center of the middle third of the posterior cruciate ligament may result from twisting of the fiber bundles. Accepted: 12 March 1999     

Promising short-term results following selective bundle reconstruction in partial anterior cruciate ligament tears

BackgroundThe different functions of the two anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) bundles have increased interest in tears of only one of these two bundles. The purpose of this study was to assess the outcome of selective reconstruction of an injured bundle of isolated anteromedial bundle (AMB) or posterolateral bundle (PLB) tears.MethodsConsecutive series of 147 ACL reconstructions was prospectively analyzed. Patients with partial ACL tears who underwent selective bundle reconstructions were studied. Stability was assessed with the Lachman, anterior-drawer and pivot-shift tests and KT-1000. Functional assessment was performed with Lysholm and Tegner questionnaires. The preoperative MRI was analyzed to detect differences from arthroscopic findings.ResultsTwenty-eight patients (19%) were included. The minimum follow-up period was 30 months. Eighteen had AMB and 10 PLB tears. Only 19% of their MRI's were categorized as partial ACL tears.The Lysholm score improved from 66.1/65.5 to 96.6/95.2 in the AMB/PLB groups, respectively (p < 0.001). The same or no more than one level lower Tegner score was restored. The pivot-shift, Lachman and anterior-drawer tests were negative in all cases (p < 0.001). Two reconstructed AMBs developed extension loss due to Cyclops lesions and were resolved surgically.ConclusionsThe technique provided excellent functional scores with normalized stability and a return to previous level of activity with a low rate of minor complications at a minimum 2.5 years' follow-up. Arthroscopic examination was the most reliable tool for properly diagnosing and treating a condition observed in almost one out of every five ACL reconstructed knee in this series.Level of evidenceTherapeutic case series; level 4.     

Patient specific instrumentation allow precise derotational correction of femoral and tibial torsional deformities

BackgroundRotational malalignment deformities of the lower limb in adults mostly arise from excessive femoral anteversion and/or excessive external tibial torsion. The aim of this study was to assess the correction accuracy of a patient specific cutting guides (PSCG) used in tibial and femoral correction for lower-limb torsional deformities.MethodsForty knees (32 patients) were included prospectively. All patients had patellofemoral pain or instability with torsional malalignment for which a proximal tibial (HTO) or distal femoral (DFO) or a double-level osteotomy (DLO) had been performed. Accuracy of the correction between the planned and the postoperative angular values including femoral anteversion, tibial torsion, coronal and sagittal alignment were assessed after tibial and/or femoral osteotomy.ResultsForty knees were included in this study. In cases of HTO, the correction accuracy obtained with PSCG was 1.3 ± 1.1° for tibial torsion (axial plane), 0.8 ± 0.7° for MPTA (coronal plane) and 0.8 ± 0.6° for PPTA (sagittal plane). In cases of DFO, the correction accuracy obtained with PSCG was 1.5 ± 1.4° for femoral anteversion (axial plane), 0.9 ± 0.9° for LDFA (coronal plane) and 0.9 ± 0.9° for PDFA (sagittal plane). The IKSG was improved from 58.0 ± 13.2° to 71.4 ± 10.9 (p = 0.04) and the IKSF from 50.2 ± 14.3 to 87.0 ± 6.9 (p < 0.001).ConclusionsUsing the PSCG for derotational osteotomy allows excellent correction accuracy in all the three planes for femoral and tibial torsional deformities associated with patellofemoral instability.Level of clinical evidence II, prospective cohort study.     

MRI depiction and 3D visualization of three anterior cruciate ligament bundles

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is divided into three fiber bundles (AM‐M: anteromedial‐medial, AM‐L: anteromedial‐lateral, PL: posterolateral). We attempted to depict the three bundles of the human ACL on MRI images and to obtain 3‐dimensional visualization of them. Twenty‐four knees of healthy volunteers (14 males, 10 females) were scanned by 3T‐MRI using the fat suppression 3D coherent oscillatory state acquisition for the manipulation of imaging contrast (FS 3D‐COSMIC). The scanned images were reconstructed after the isotropic voxel data, which allows the images to be reconstructed in any plane, was acquired. We conducted statistical examination on the identification rate of the three ACL bundles by 2D planes. Segmentation and 3D visualization of the fiber bundles using volume rendering were performed. The triple‐bundle ACL was best depicted in the oblique axial plane. While the AM‐M and AM‐L bundles were clearly depicted in all cases, the PL bundle was not clearly visualized in two knees (8%). Therefore, the three ACL bundles were depicted in 22 knees (92%). The results of 3D visualization of the fiber arrangement agreed well with macroscopic findings of previous anatomical studies. 3T‐MRI and the isotropic voxel data from FS 3D‐COSMIC made it possible to demonstrate the identifiable depiction of three ACL bundles in nearly all cases. 3D visualization of the bundles could be a useful tool to understand the ACL fiber arrangement. Clin. Anat. 30:276–283, 2017. 2016 The Authors. Clinical Anatomy published by Wiley Periodicals, Inc. on behalf of American Association of Clinical Anatomists.     

MRI探究交叉韧带松紧度与髌股关节面损伤相关性的临床应用

目的　探究交叉韧带松紧度与髌股关节面损伤程度的相关性,分析个体交叉韧带长度的解剖差异对髌股关节面损伤的影响,为预防和诊治髌股关节面疾病提供新的依据。 方法　随机收集南方医科大学珠江医院2016年10月至2017年12月110例膝关节MRI资料,磁共振矢状位上测量前、后交叉韧带长度A与B,测量前、后交叉韧带起止点距离La与Lb,计算交叉韧带松紧度M值;根据矢状位与冠状位上评判髌股关节面损伤程度0、I、II、III与IV级并分别设5个组。通过SPSS20.0统计学软件,将所得数据进行One-Way ANOVA方差分析与Spearman相关性分析,探究交叉韧带松紧度与髌股关节面损伤程度的相关性。 结果　One-Way ANOVA方差分析得出各组M值两两之间均存在显著性差异（P<0.05）,Spearman相关性分析显示M值与髌股关节损伤程度间存在正相关性。 结论　交叉韧带松紧度与髌股关节面损伤存在相关性,随着M值越大,髌股关节面损伤程度越严重。     

正常人骨盆骶棘韧带的解剖学及MRI成像研究

目的　明确骶棘韧带MRI最佳扫描平面角度并探讨其临床意义。 方法　（1）正常成人新鲜尸体骨盆标本8具,观察骶棘韧带起止点及其形态特点;（2）利用36例正常人骨盆CT数据,测量骶棘韧带在矢状面上的投影与冠状面的角度;（3）对10名志愿者进行3D MRI扫描,记录骶棘韧带角度并与CT数据对比;比较斜冠状面与常规3个面的显像效果。 结果　（1）骶棘韧带起于骶尾部连接至坐骨棘。（2）骶棘韧带在矢状面上的投影与冠状面的角度CT数据测量结果为（61.32±8.71）°, 在双侧及性别上无统计学差异（P>0.05）;（3）MRI测量结果为（57.53±2.12）°。CT数据与MRI数据比较无统计学差异（P>0.05）;斜冠状面的成像优于常规扫描（P <0.05）。 结论　骶棘韧带MRI扫描在（60.0±5.0）°斜冠状面上显像较好,是常规扫描的重要补充。     

Hybrid III ATD in Inverted Impacts: Influence of Impact Angle on Neck Injury Risk Assessment

The purpose of this paper is to present a protocol of inverted drop-tests using a 50th percentile Hybrid III Anthropomorphic Test Device (ATD) and investigate the influence of angle and velocity at impact on neck injury risk assessment. The tests were based on existing cadaveric experimental protocols for inverted seated positions. In this study selected ATD impact orientations were also assessed in both the sagittal and coronal planes. Twenty-six tests were performed at impact velocities from 1.4 to 3.1 m s⁻¹. The drop tests confirmed previously described behavior of the ATD in axial loading of its head/neck/thorax complex. They also showed a significant influence of the initial impact angle on neck injury criteria currently used by researchers in rollover crashworthiness tests. At 1.4 m s⁻¹, the peak upper neck axial force of 4350 N was reduced by an average 1760 ± 80 N for configurations with 30 degrees initial impact angle in any plane, compared to a reference inverted vertical configuration. The N _ij was also significantly influenced. For a given impact velocity, an out-of-both-planes initial configuration resulted in the highest combined outputs. Based on these results, similar dynamic conditions (intrusion velocity, impact duration) may result in significantly different loadings of the Hybrid III neck.     

Risk analysis of tunnel collision in combined anterior cruciate ligament and anterolateral ligament reconstructions

BackgroundTo assess the risk of tunnel collision in combined anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and anterolateral ligament (ALL) reconstructions.MethodsThree-dimensional (3D) CT reconstructions of 32 knees after transtibial (TT) (N = 16) or anteromedial portal (AMP) (N = 16) ACL reconstruction were used to simulate potential tunnel collision of the femoral ACL tunnel if combined with a virtual ALL reconstruction. The minimal distance between tunnels, the ALL tunnel length, and the lateral femoral condyle (LFC) width were measured. Moreover, the relationship between the ALL tunnel and the intercondylar notch, trochlear groove and posterior femoral cortex was determined.ResultsThe highest rate of tunnel collision (81%) was observed when the ALL tunnel was aimed at 20° in the coronal plane and 0° in the axial plane. However, by aiming the ALL tunnel at 0° coronal and 40° axial angulation, collision was avoided in all patients and no violation of the trochlea was observed. Tunnel collision rate was significantly higher (P = 0.002) when the ACL tunnel was drilled by the AMP technique.ConclusionsRisk of tunnel collision was significantly increased when the tunnel was drilled at 0° in the axial plane. Tunnel collision was avoided by aiming the ALL tunnel 40° anteriorly and perpendicular to the anatomical axis of the femur. A more horizontal orientation of the ACL with the AMP technique is a risk factor for tunnel conflicts.Clinical relevanceALL tunnel orientation needs to be adjusted to avoid tunnel conflicts in combined ACL–ALL reconstructions.     

Anatomy of the cruciate ligaments and their function in extension and flexion of the human knee joint

The areas of the femoral origin of the cruciate ligaments have approximately the shape of sectors of ellipses, the one for the anterior ligament on the lateral condyle posteroproximally and the one for the posterior ligament on the medial condyle distally. By means of a new technique of dissection, combined with the use of X-rays, the change in distance between the origin and insertion and so the change of tension of single bundles of the ligaments could be analyzed. Only a rather thin bundle in each cruciate ligament is in constant tension: “guiding bundles.” The maximal diminution of distance between the origin and insertion for some bundles is 65%. In the anterior cruciate ligament the majority of fibers are taut in extreme extension: “limiting bundles.” The same is true in the posterior cruciate ligament in extreme flexion. There are also some fibers, especially in the posterior cruciate ligament, that are taut only in an intermediate position. The geometric analysis of the function of different groups of fibers was performed by a modification of Menschik's concept of a four-bar link.     

Double-bundle PCL reconstruction using autogenous quadriceps tendon and semitendinous graft: Surgical technique with 2-year follow-up clinical results

ObjectiveThe objective of this study was to evaluate the results obtained from posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) reconstruction with the double femoral tunnel technique, using quadriceps tendon and semitendinous autograft, in patients with isolated PCL tears or PCL tears associated with other ligament lesions, 2 years after surgery.MethodsThe study included 14 patients with isolated PCL lesions and 20 with combined ligament lesions, who underwent PCL reconstruction using the double femoral tunnel technique and were evaluated 24 months after surgery using the International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) and Lysholm scores, a KT-1000 arthrometer, and the graduation of the posterior drawer test.ResultsKnees were considered normal (“A”) or nearly normal (“B”) in 92.9% of patients with isolated lesions and in 95.0% of patients with combined tears, according to the IKDC score. Good or excellent results were obtained in 100% of patients in both groups according to the Lysholm score. Absence or outstanding reduction of posterior tibial translation was seen in 92.9% of patients with isolated lesions and in 100% of patients with combined ligament tears, in the posterior drawer evaluation.ConclusionThe PCL double femoral tunnel reconstruction technique using autografts was effective in restoring posterior knee stability, in isolated and/or combined PCL tears, showing remarkable clinical improvement in all patients.Level of evidence2C.