Ankle stabilization with hamstring autograft: a new technique using interference screws.
Many techniques have been advocated for the late surgical reconstruction of the lateral ankle ligament complex, including the use of hamstring tendon autografts. A new technique is described which attempts to restore anatomically the anterior talofibular ligament using hamstring autograft. The distal end of the graft is secured in a blind-ended tunnel in the talus without the need for transosseous tensioning. This is achieved with the use of the Bio-Tenodesis Screw System.
Jeys
Lee Marcus
LM
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Leeds General Infirmary, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, UK. lee.jeys@btclick.com
Harris
Nicholas John
NJ
D020341:Absorbable Implants; D001863:Bone Screws; D006801:Humans; D007593:Joint Instability / Q000601:surgery*; D017844:Lateral Ligament, Ankle / Q000601:surgery*; D018482:Muscle, Skeletal / Q000637:transplantation*; D014182:Transplantation, Autologous