Arthroscopic Anterior Cruciate Ligament Femoral Tunnel Visualization for Button Fixation

Savan D. Patel; Peter J. Boxley; Richard W. Kang

doi:10.1016/j.eats.2017.01.002

journal article Open Access May 15, 2017

Arthroscopic Anterior Cruciate Ligament Femoral Tunnel Visualization for Button Fixation

Savan D. Patel Peter J. Boxley Richard W. Kang

Arthroscopy Techniques Vol. 6 No. 3 · Wiley

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Abstract

Abstract

Arthroscopic reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) remains one of the most commonly performed procedures in orthopaedic surgery. We describe a technique to visualize the button being advanced through the femoral tunnel using an arthroscope placed in the anteromedial portal. Looking into the femoral tunnel in line with the sutures, this technique allows the surgeon to directly visualize the femoral button as it traverses the femoral tunnel and confirms that it is engaged over the femoral cortex. Certain complications can arise, however, with the use of a suspensory fixation with a button on the femoral cortex. This method can decrease operative time and complication rates.

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Published: May 15, 2017
Vol/Issue: 6(3)
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Authors

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Savan D. Patel

University of Chicago Hospital Chicago Illinois U.S.A.

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Peter J. Boxley

University of Chicago Hospital Chicago Illinois U.S.A.

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Richard W. Kang

University of Chicago Hospital Chicago Illinois U.S.A.

Cite This Article

Savan D. Patel, Peter J. Boxley, Richard W. Kang (2017). Arthroscopic Anterior Cruciate Ligament Femoral Tunnel Visualization for Button Fixation. Arthroscopy Techniques, 6(3). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eats.2017.01.002

Arthroscopic Anterior Cruciate Ligament Femoral Tunnel Visualization for Button Fixation

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