Coronal and Sagittal Plane Malalignment in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Deficiency: Clinical Implications, and Surgical Strategies
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Coronal,Sagittal Plane Malalignment, Anterior Cruciate Ligament DeficiencyAbstract
Background: Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) deficiency is a complex pathological condition that extends beyond isolated ligament
disruption, involving significant alterations in knee biomechanics influenced by both coronal and sagittal plane malalignment. Increasing evidence suggests that factors such as varus deformity and increased posterior tibial slope (PTS) play a pivotal role in the pathogenesis of ACL injury, persistence of instability, and failure of reconstruction. Despite advances in surgical techniques, failure rates followingACL reconstruction (ACLR) remain notable, highlighting the importance of addressing underlying osseous malalignment.
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