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. 2023 Aug 3;11(8).
doi: 10.2106/JBJS.RVW.22.00223. eCollection 2023 Aug 1.

Management of Pediatric Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries: A Critical Analysis

Henry B Ellis Jr  1   2 , Taylor K Zak  1 , Adam Jamnik  1 , Dane R G Lind  3 , Jessica Dabis  1 , Michael Losito  1 , Philip Wilson  1   2 , Gilbert Moatshe  4   5
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Management of Pediatric Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries: A Critical Analysis

Henry B Ellis Jr et al. JBJS Rev. .

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.

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