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. 1985 Jan;16(1):3-14.

Embryology, anatomy, and function of the anterior cruciate ligament

A E Ellison, E E Berg
  • PMID: 3969275

Embryology, anatomy, and function of the anterior cruciate ligament

A E Ellison et al. Orthop Clin North Am. 1985 Jan.

Abstract

Our basic science knowledge predicates all enlightened discussions of anterior cruciate ligament morbidity and the principles of its reconstruction. To provide a framework for this symposium, the salient anatomy, embryology, and biomechanical functions of this complex structure are presented.

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