Primary repair of the anterior cruciate ligament.
The article reviews the clinical features of the acutely torn anterior cruciate ligament. The alternatives and techniques of repair are discussed. Results of primary repair are presented. A rationale for therapeutic options is presented.
D001178:Arthroplasty / Q000379:methods*; D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D007718:Knee Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D008023:Ligaments, Articular / Q000293:injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D008592:Menisci, Tibial / Q000601:surgery; D011182:Postoperative Care; D012421:Rupture; D013710:Tendons / Q000637:transplantation; D000070600:Tibial Meniscus Injuries