Patellar tendon reconstruction using LARS ligament: surgical technique and case report
Author Information
Author(s): Naim Soulat, Gougoulias Nikolaos, Griffiths David
Primary Institution: University Hospital North Staffordshire, Stoke on Trent, UK
Hypothesis
Neglected patella tendon ruptures require reconstruction using tendon grafts.
Conclusion
The use of LARS ligament for the reconstruction of a chronic patella tendon rupture in a low-demand patient resulted in a successful outcome after one year.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient was able to perform active straight-leg raising as early as 2 weeks after her operation.
- At 1-year follow-up, she was able to mobilize unrestricted and had regained full knee flexion and power of extension.
Takeaway
If someone tears their patellar tendon, doctors can use a special synthetic ligament to fix it, and it can work really well even after a long time.
Methodology
The surgical technique involved using two bundles of LARS ligament to reconstruct the patellar tendon in a 79-year-old woman.
Potential Biases
No financial or personal relationships that could influence the work were reported.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, which limits the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
A 79-year-old woman with a body mass index of 31.
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