Single Versus Double Hamstring Harvest for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction

Single Versus Double Hamstring Harvest for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. Clinical, Laboratory, Radiographic and Patient-reported Outcomes

The aim of the study is to examine the influence of number of the harvested hamstring tendons on subjective and objective outcomes of primary anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.

The aim of the study is to examine the influence of number of the harvested hamstring tendons on subjective (patient-reported outcome measures) and objective (instrument-tested and imaging studies) outcomes of primary anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.

The study will recruit 60 patients per each of two arms.

Inclusion Criteria:

• chronic anterior knee instability with MRI-confirmed anterior cruciate ligament tear

Exclusion Criteria:

• revision anterior cruciate ligament surgery
• other lower limb injuries