Arthroscopy

Findings from D. Miller et al in arthroscopy reported

Published in Medical Devices and Surgical Technology Week, December 2nd, 2007

According to recent research from Birmingham, the United Kingdom, "Graft passage for cruciate reconstruction can be troublesome. Specific to the posterior cruciate ligament, difficulties can arise after tunnel preparation when trying to retrieve the graft at the back of the knee, because of the angles involved."

"We recommend directing a cable passer through the notch toward the tibial tunnel. Once engaged, a cerclage wire can be passed antegrade into the tunnel. Pituitary forceps can be passed to deliver the wire. The wire is looped around the pull-through suture attached to the graft and is pulled into the notch. This can then be retrieved during femoral tunnel...

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Source: Medical Devices and Surgical Technology Week (2007-12-02)

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