Management of Pediatric Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries: A Critical Analysis

Henry B. Ellis, Taylor K. Zak, Adam Jamnik, Dane R.G. Lind, Jessica Dabis, Michael Losito, Philip Wilson, Gilbert Moatshe

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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 languageEnglish (US)
Article numberA10
JournalJBJS reviews
Volume11
Issue number8
DOIs
StatePublished - Aug 3 2023

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Surgery
  • Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

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