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Anterior cruciate ligament repair surgical procedure steps

Jun 08, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lin Yunfei
Introduction
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is performed under sterile conditions by making an incision on the affected side of the skin to harvest and prepare a tendon graft. Using arthroscopy, bone tunnels are created in the tibia and femur for the ACL. The harvested tendon is then positioned through these tunnels and secured across the femur and tibia to reconstruct the ACL. It is recommended that ACL reconstruction surgery be performed at a正规 hospital by qualified medical professionals.

Generally, anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery refers to a procedure in which the patient's own tendon is used to reconstruct the ACL when it is ruptured or severely damaged, thereby restoring stability to the knee joint. The specific surgical steps are as follows:

1. Position the patient in a supine position and disinfect the knee area, then drape with sterile towels.

2. After administering general anesthesia, make an incision on the affected side of the skin and insert an arthroscope through the incision to visualize the joint interior.

3. Make an incision on the medial side of the patient's thigh to harvest a tendon, which is then prepared for use.

4. Using arthroscopic guidance, create tibial and femoral bone tunnels at the upper and lower attachment sites of the ACL.

5. Secure the harvested tendon within the bone tunnels, connecting the femur and tibia to reconstruct the ACL.

6. Control bleeding and suture the incisions.

7. Dry the patient’s leg, dress the patient, and conclude the surgery.

After anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery, patients should wear a removable or hinged knee brace for 4–6 weeks. If significant discomfort occurs, it is recommended to visit a qualified hospital and consult a specialist physician.

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