Graft Choice and Techniques used in Elbow Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction over the Last 20 Years: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Elbow medial ulnar collateral ligament (mUCL) injuries have become increasingly common, leading to a higher number of mUCL reconstructions (UCLR). Various techniques and graft choices have been reported. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of each available graft choice, the surgical techniques most utilized, and the reported complications associated with each surgical method.

Source: Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery - December 8, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Keegan M. Hones, Trevor Simcox, Kevin A. Hao, Brandon Portnoff, Timothy R. Buchanan, Sravya Kamarajugadda, Jongmin Kim, Jonathan O. Wright, Joseph J. King, Thomas W. Wright, Bradley S. Schoch, William R. Aibinder Tags: Review Article Source Type: research