Our experience with the complications in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction

Abstract

Aim and Objectives: To evaluate the complications encountered during ACL reconstruction. To quantify the complications and propose an appropriate solution.Methodology: This is a retrospective study done at the department of orthopaedics of Rajah Muthiah Medical College and hospital. 67 cases of ACL reconstruction done in the last 5 years were taken into account for this study. In 35 (52.2%) cases, the patellar tendon bone graft was used for the reconstruction and in 32 (47.7%) cases the hamstrings graft was used.Results: A total of 20 (28%) complications, both intraoperative and postoperative, were encountered, out of which 13 (19.4%) were intraoperative and 7 (10.4%) were postoperative.Conclusion: The different complications in ACL reconstruction reiterates the need for an excellent surgical skill and a vigilant postoperative follow up.