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Management of Bone Loss in a Revised and Infected Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Case Report
Mark M Kodsy1, Christopher J McMellen1, Margaret A Sinkler1
1Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, Ohio.
Case:
We present the case of a 21-year-old male patient who underwent primary anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, which was later complicated by retear, deep infection, and massive bone loss. We adopted a multidisciplinary approach to address each facet of this rare complication.
Conclusion:
Salvage options for revision ACL reconstruction pose significant challenges. We applied a novel technique involving suture button suspension of bone graft and addressed secondary modes of failure to achieve a satisfactory and functional outcome.
