Evolving evidence in the treatment of primary and recurrent posterior cruciate ligament injuries, part 1: anatomy, biomechanics and diagnostics - Takeaways - MDSpire

Evolving evidence in the treatment of primary and recurrent posterior cruciate ligament injuries, part 1: anatomy, biomechanics and diagnostics

  • By

  • Philipp W. Winkler

  • Bálint Zsidai

  • Nyaluma N. Wagala

  • Jonathan D. Hughes

  • Alexandra Horvath

  • Eric Hamrin Senorski

  • Kristian Samuelsson

  • Volker Musahl

  • November 17, 2020

  • 0 min

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    PCL tears, though rare, can occur in up to 38% of trauma patients with acute knee injuries, often accompanied by additional ligamentous damage.

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    Males aged 28-34 are more frequently affected by PCL injuries, which can result from both high-energy trauma and low-velocity knee dislocations.

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    The PCL consists of two bundles: the stronger anterolateral bundle (ALB) and the weaker posteromedial bundle (PMB), each with distinct anatomical features.

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    Recent advancements in diagnostic tools have improved the detection of isolated and combined PCL injuries, expanding treatment options.

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    The ALB and PMB exhibit codominance in resisting posterior tibial translation, with their functional roles varying based on knee flexion angle.

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Evolving evidence in the treatment of primary and recurrent posterior cruciate ligament injuries, part 1: anatomy, biomechanics and diagnostics

  • by Philipp W. Winkler, Bálint Zsidai, Nyaluma N. Wagala, Jonathan D. Hughes, Alexandra Horvath, Eric Hamrin Senorski, Kristian Samuelsson, Volker Musahl

  • November 17, 2020

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