Introduction: Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are common in active individuals and athletes, necessitating effective surgical interventions for optimal recovery. There are various techniques available for ACL reconstruction. This prospective study aimed to compare the outcomes of different surgical techniques used in ACL reconstruction.
Materials and methods: Patients with diagnosed ACL injuries were randomly assigned to one of three surgical groups: autograft hamstring tendon reconstruction, autograft patellar tendon reconstruction, and allograft reconstruction. Preoperative assessments included clinical evaluations, imaging studies, and functional scoring. Postoperative follow-up assessments were conducted at regular intervals, examining clinical outcomes, graft integrity, and patient-reported functional scores. Statistical analysis employed appropriate tests to compare the groups.
Results: Preliminary findings indicate that all three surgical techniques resulted in improved stability and function postoperatively. However, detailed analysis revealed nuances in outcomes, such as differences in recovery time, graft integration, and complication rates among the three groups. Notably, the autograft hamstring tendon reconstruction group demonstrated superior functional scores in the early postoperative period.
Conclusion: This study contributes valuable insights into the comparative effectiveness of different surgical techniques for ACL reconstruction. While all approaches improved stability and function, nuances in outcomes emphasize the importance of tailoring surgical decisions to individual patient characteristics. Further long-term follow-up and subgroup analyses are warranted to refine recommendations for optimizing ACL reconstruction strategies.
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