SUCCESS OF LATERAL EXTRAARTICULAR TENODESIS WITH ANTERIOR CRUCIATE LIGAMENT RESTORATION USING THE MODIFIED LEMAIRE METHOD

Abstract

Background: Standard arthroscopic ACL restoration with various procedures and grafts has a failure rate of about 16%. To
limit the need for revision ACL procedures, a modified Lemaire's method has gained widespread acceptance, which includes
tenodesis laterally and lowers anterolateral laxity.
Aim: The current study sought to assess the functional result of lateral extraarticular tenodesis with anterior cruciate ligament
restoration using a modified Lemaire method.
Methods: The current study evaluated 60 patients who received a modified Lemaire's operation with ACL restoration at the
Institute. The individuals were followed up after surgery for 6 months, a year, and two years. IKDC (International Knee
Documentation Committee) scores, Tegner-Lysholm scores, and pivot shift scores were all evaluated both before and after
surgery.