How does geometric change after open-wedge high tibial osteotomy affect anterior cruciate ligament status?

Open-wedge high tibial osteotomy (OWHTO) produces three- dimensional (3D) geometric changes. Among them, increased posterior tibial slope (PTS), and altered coronal inclination that induces unintended tibial translation may affect anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) status. The purpose of current study was to evaluate the geometric changes following OWHTO, such as increasing PTS and decreasing tibial subluxation, which may affect the status of ACL.

Source: The Knee - April 21, 2020 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Ji Eui Kim, Samuel Won, Mohd Shahrul Azuan Jaffar, Jae Ik Lee, Tae Woo Kim, Yong Seuk Lee Source Type: research