Femoral trochlear morphology is associated with anterior cruciate ligament injury in skeletally immature patients

ConclusionsThere was a significant association between femoral trochlear morphology and increased risk of ACL injury in pediatric patients. No gender difference was found except in the trochlear depth. It was showed that the difference in trochlear morphology should be considered between normal children and pediatric patients with ACL injury to increase the awareness regarding ACL injuries.Level of evidenceIII.
Source: Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research