Evaluation of Arthroscopic Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction using Hamstring Graft.

ABSTRACT

To evaluate the results of quadrupled hamstring tendon autograft Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) reconstruction fixed with bioabsorbable interference screw fixation. Methods: Twenty-five patients underwent arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions using autogenous hamstring graft (semitendinosis and gracilis). All patients underwent through standard surgical procedure and rehabilitation protocol. Patients were assessed using International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) and Lysholm knee scoring scale at a minimum duration of six-month. Results: In all patients at 6 months post surgery. The mean Lysolm knee score was 91.2 (range, 63 to 99) and the mean IKDC score was 90.7 (range, 60 to 98). Conclusion: The short-term results were quite promising on evaluation with IKDC and Lysholm scale.