Increased lateral tibial posterior slope is related to tibial tunnel widening after primary ACL reconstruction

ConclusionIncreased lateral tibial posterior slope is an important preoperative anatomic factor that may predict tunnel widening at the tibial tunnel exit. In regard to clinical relevance, the results of this study suggest that lateral tibial posterior slope be measured preoperatively. In patients with increased lateral tibial posterior slope, more rigid graft fixation and a more conservative physical therapy regiment may be preferred.Level of evidence IV.
Source: Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research