A new fixation method for anterior cruciate ligament femoral avulsion fracture: a rare case report and literature review.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

To address the clinical challenges of femoral avulsion fractures of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), which are rare and lack a consensus on optimal treatment, through the presentation of a novel minimally invasive arthroscopic technique.

Methods

An 18-year-old female with an ACL femoral avulsion fracture and a medial collateral ligament (MCL) rupture underwent arthroscopic anchor stitching using a composite absorbable bone anchor. This technique aimed to achieve anatomical reduction and support early functional recovery.

Results

The surgical intervention achieved successful anatomical reduction. At the 6-month follow-up, the patient exhibited full knee mobility, joint stability, and resumed normal activities without discomfort. By the final 17-month follo

SUBMITTER: Shen J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12011878 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature