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Pediatric ACL injuries: evaluation and management.

Nathan A Mall¹, George A Paletta

¹St. Louis Center for Cartilage Restoration and Repair, Regeneration Orthopedics, 6 McBride and Sons Center Drive, St. Louis, MO, 63005, USA, nmall@regenerationortho.com.

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Summary

Pediatric anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears require surgical reconstruction, not non-operative treatment. Key factors for successful ACL reconstruction in children include physeal status, surgical technique, and graft choice.

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Published on: March 1, 2024

Area of Science:

Orthopedic surgery
Pediatric sports medicine
Knee biomechanics

Background:

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) stabilizes the knee against anterior translation and rotation.
Children and adolescents are vulnerable to ACL injuries, with potential increases linked to year-round single-sport participation.
Pediatric ACL injuries manifest as tibial avulsion fractures, partial tears, or complete ligament ruptures.

Purpose of the Study:

To review current understanding and management of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries in pediatric and adolescent populations.
To discuss the evolving treatment paradigms, moving away from non-operative management towards surgical reconstruction.
To highlight critical factors influencing successful ACL reconstruction outcomes in skeletally immature patients.

Main Methods:

Literature review of pediatric ACL injuries and reconstruction.
Analysis of factors influencing surgical decision-making.
Examination of different reconstruction techniques and graft options.

Main Results:

Recent literature supports operative management for pediatric ACL injuries.
Non-operative treatment is increasingly refuted for this demographic.
Successful outcomes depend on careful consideration of specific patient factors.

Conclusions:

Surgical reconstruction is the recommended treatment for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries in children and adolescents.
Physeal status, chosen reconstruction technique, and graft source are paramount considerations for optimal results.
Evidence refutes historical non-operative approaches for pediatric ACL tears.