Abstract
Historically, the posterolateral corner (PLC) of the knee has been labelled as the “dark side” of the knee. The PLC is not a single structure but a confluence of multiple structures, including the lateral collateral ligament, popliteus muscle-tendon unit, and popliteofibular ligament. Understanding the individual components and their function is important to successfully identify these injuries. PLC injuries are commonly associated with cruciate injuries, and its early recognition is important to achieve successful outcomes. Injury to the PLC should be treated on a case-by-case basis, and an appropriate algorithm is required to manage them. Multiple surgical techniques ranging from primary repair to anatomic reconstruction have been reported in managing these injuries. We present the latest literature on the anatomy, biomechanics, clinical presentation, imaging, available techniques, and current management recommendations. There is a special focus on the pathoanatomy, which will help guide the treatment of these injuries.
Publisher
Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
Subject
Orthopedics and Sports Medicine,Surgery
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