Analysis of Late and Long-Term Outcomes of Surgical Treatment in Patients With Combined Articular Cartilage and Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries of the Knee Joint
Retrospective analysis shows significant improvement in knee function in patients with ACL and cartilage injuries, suggesting a combined treatment approach enhances recovery.
Key Points
Significant improvement in knee function observed up to 36 months post-surgery, indicating effectiveness of combined treatment.
IKDC-2000 scores improved significantly from 54 to 96, while Lysholm scores rose from 60 to 98 after treatment.
Retrospective cohort analysis of 27 patients undergoing ACL reconstruction and osteochondral autografting was conducted.
Comprehensive treatment reduces instability and post-traumatic osteoarthritis risk, highlighting the need for refined techniques.