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Direct Posterior Approach to Repairing Posterior Cruciate Ligament Tibial Avulsion Injury
Annie Chen1, Anthony Belmonte1, Laura Phieffer1
1Department of Orthopaedics, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, Ohio, USA.
Journal of Orthopaedic Case Reports
|July 10, 2026
Summary
A direct posterior approach offers a safe and effective surgical option for posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) tibial avulsion injuries with posterior rim involvement. This technique, using FiberWire sutures and screws, yielded favorable outcomes in a recent case study.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Trauma Care
- Sports Medicine
Background:
- Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) tibial avulsion injuries often result from high-energy trauma.
- Traditional posteromedial approaches are common, but alternatives are being explored for specific fracture patterns.