Author:
Prejbeanu Radu,Mioc Mihail-Lazar
Abstract
When performing an anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) with hamstrings autograft, one of the most delicate steps is graft harvesting. We will describe different anatomical landmarks that can be used in order to properly ensure that approach and tendon identification is facile. Knowing the anatomy of the ‘pes anserinus’ and different landmarks that can guide us towards harvesting is the goal of this chapter. Our descriptions will be based on existing literature and personal surgical experience. We shall also discuss different options described in the literature that have been used over the years. Knowing the correct anatomy as a surgeon helps improve our technique as such, we deal less local trauma and induce as little scar tissue as possible. Possible complications that can occur during the approach will be also discussed.
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