Resources Journal Scan Knee Anterior Cruciate Ligament Graft Preparation: A New and Quick Alternative to the Whipstitch
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David K. Martin F.R.A.C.S., F.A.Orth.A., et al. - Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction is a common procedure in orthopaedic practice. Hamstring autograft is increasingly becoming the graft of choice; however, there is little consensus as to the best method of graft preparation and, in particular, the efficacy of the use of a whipstitch with all tibial fixation systems. We propose a new, quick, and economical method of preparing the hamstring graft that involves securing a double loop of suture material around the tendon Arthroscopy
David K. Martin F.R.A.C.S., F.A.Orth.A., et al. - Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction is a common procedure in orthopaedic practice. Hamstring autograft is increasingly becoming the graft of choice; however, there is little consensus as to the best method of graft preparation and, in particular, the efficacy of the use of a whipstitch with all tibial fixation systems. We propose a new, quick, and economical method of preparing the hamstring graft that involves securing a double loop of suture material around the tendon
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