Abstract
Revision anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is a challenge due to the unfavorable condition of the knee and the lack of autogenous graft tissue. Anterolateral structure (ALS) reconstruction of the knee has been proved effective to address the unfavorable condition in revision cases, and lateral extra-articular tenodesis (LET) is a special technique that can enhance anterolateral stability of the knee without graft tissue. We introduce a procedure that combines ACL and ALS reconstruction, as well as LET for failed ACL reconstruction. The critical point of this technique is using the anterior half of the iliotibial band to realize LET and to partially reconstruct the ACL. Our clinical experience indicates this technique is extremely useful in revision ACL reconstruction without enough free graft tissue. This technique will provide a reasonable choice in revision ACL reconstruction.
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