Irradiated allograft versus autograft for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: A meta-analysis and systematic review of prospective studies

Irradiated allografts and autografts are commonly used for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. The outcomes between these two grafts are controversial. This meta-analysis and systematic review of prospective comparative studies was performed to compare the clinical outcomes, including knee functionality, stability, subjective evaluation, complications, and failure, of irradiated allografts and autografts in primary ACL reconstruction.
Source: International Journal of Surgery - Category: Surgery Authors: Source Type: research