Hamstring autografts are associated with a high rate of contamination in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction

ConclusionIntraoperative hamstring autograft contamination rates were high. Hence, routine prophylactic decontamination of all hamstring autografts after harvesting and preparation and before implantation is recommended.Level of evidenceControlled laboratory study.
Source: Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research