Physeal-sparing posteromedial portal approach reduced distance between guide pin and neurovascular structures

ConclusionThe posteromedial portal technique offers an appropriate method for anatomic ACL reconstruction while protecting the distal femoral physis from injury. Care needs to be taken with this technique as it comes in closer proximity to some of the important neurovascular structures. This study indicates that posteromedial portal technique is a less technically challenging approach for physeal-sparing ACL repair with special attention required for the protection of neurovascular bundle from potential injury.
Source: Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research