title: A lateral extra-articular tenodesis for anterior cruciate ligament deficiency of the knee.
abstract: This article reviews patients with documented anterior cruciate ligament-deficient knees. Historical features are emphasized, and a rating system is provided. A lateral tenodesis is described, with timing of the repair and proper rehabilitation stressed.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D001915:Braces; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007718:Knee Injuries / Q000534:rehabilitation / Q000601:surgery*; D008023:Ligaments, Articular / Q000293:injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D008297:Male; D008722:Methods; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D013536:Suture Techniques; D013710:Tendons / Q000601:surgery*