Hamstring tendon harvesting. Reviewing anatomic relationships and avoiding pitfalls.
The gracilis and semitendinosus tendons remain popular grafts for many reconstructive procedures, including anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Surgeons who use other grafts for ACL reconstruction should have the hamstring tendon techniques in their arsenal in the event other grafts are unavailable or undesirable. Detailed knowledge of the anatomy of the medial side of the knee is paramount to avoid potential pitfalls and ensure a successful tendon harvest.
Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance, 301 21st Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37203, USA.
Corey G
CG
Solman
Michael J
MJ
Pagnani
D016118:Anterior Cruciate Ligament / Q000601:surgery*; D000070598:Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries; D006801:Humans; D007866:Leg / Q000033:anatomy & histology*; D018482:Muscle, Skeletal / Q000033:anatomy & histology*; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures; D013710:Tendons / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000637:transplantation*; D020858:Tissue and Organ Harvesting / Q000379:methods*; D014182:Transplantation, Autologous