Journal article
All-Epiphyseal Versus Micheli-Kocher Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction in Skeletally Immature Patients: A Systematic Review
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Early physeal-sparing anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) is considered the optimal treatment method in the skeletally immature population to preserve the integrity of the knee joint while reducing the risk of growth disturbances and angular deformities. Contemporary treatment algorithms recommend the use of all-epiphyseal (AE) or Micheli-Kocher (MK) ACLR techniques in patients with considerable growth remaining. …
Authors
Zakharia A; Al Katanani F; Hatem A; Dhillon S; Vivekanantha P; Cohen D; de D
Journal
Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics, Vol. 45, No. 6, pp. 316–326
Publisher
Wolters Kluwer
Publication Date
7 2025
DOI
10.1097/bpo.0000000000002953
ISSN
0271-6798