Knotless Arthroscopic Reduction and Internal Fixation of a Displaced Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tibial Eminence Avulsion Fracture

Am J Orthop (Belle Mead NJ). 2017 Jul/Aug;46(4):203-208.

Abstract

Generally occurring in the 8- to 14-year-old population, tibial eminence avulsion fractures are a common variant of anterior cruciate ligament ruptures and represent 2% to 5% of all knee injuries in skeletally immature individuals. In this article, we report on a new arthroscopic reduction and internal fixation technique that involves 2 absorbable anchors with adjustable suture-tensioning technology. This technique optimizes reduction and helps surgeons avoid proximal tibial physeal damage, procedure-related morbidity, and additional surgery.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries / diagnostic imaging
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries / surgery*
  • Arthroscopy / methods*
  • Child
  • Fracture Fixation, Internal / methods*
  • Fractures, Avulsion / diagnostic imaging
  • Fractures, Avulsion / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Knee Joint / diagnostic imaging
  • Knee Joint / surgery
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Male
  • Radiography
  • Suture Techniques
  • Tibial Fractures / diagnostic imaging
  • Tibial Fractures / surgery*
  • Treatment Outcome