title: Primary repair of the anterior cruciate ligament.
abstract: 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.
mesh_terms: 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