Abstract
»Overall evidence for the treatment of an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury in a pediatric or skeletally immature patient remains lows.»An ACL reconstruction is recommended with concomitant repairable chondral and meniscus injury or with symptoms of persistent instability despite high-quality rehabilitation.»Treatment decision for pediatric ACL reconstruction should use a shared decision-making model weighing the risks and benefits of both a nonoperative vs. surgical treatment.
Original language | English (US) |
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Article number | A10 |
Journal | JBJS reviews |
Volume | 11 |
Issue number | 8 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Aug 3 2023 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Orthopedics and Sports Medicine