OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to analyze the results from ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) reconstruction using quadruple flexor tendons as grafts, with ligament fixation in the femur using a rigid guide transverse screw and, in the tibia, a cancellous screw with a fixing washer. METHODS: 173 knees (166 from males and seven from females) that had undergone surgery with ACL reconstruction using this technique between December 2002 and February 2007 were evaluated. The mean age was 30 years (from 13 to 56 years), and the mean length of follow-up was 30 months (6-55 months). We divided the knees into three groups that were assessed using the Lysholm scale: Group A with six months of follow-up; Group B with 12 months of follow-up; and Group C with 24 months of follow-up. RESULTS: We evaluated the results, and groups A, B and C received 94, 95 and 95 points respectively on the Lysholm scale. CONCLUSIONS: the surgical technique proved to be safe and easy to perform, with good results and a low complication rate and its results were maintained throughout the study period of 24 months.
Knee; Anterior Cruciate Ligament; Arthroscopy
