Tibial Anterior Cruciate Ligament Avulsion Fractures in Pediatric and Adult Populations: A Systematic Literature Review.

ABSTRACT: Objectives: Tibial anterior cruciate ligament avulsion fractures (TAFs) are avulsions of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) from its insertion at the tibial intercondylar eminence that share the same trauma mechanism as ACL tears. TAFs were initially considered to be a pediatric equivalent to adult ACL ruptures due to the weaker insertion of the ACL on the immature tibial spine. Recent literature suggests that adult TAFs may be more common than previously thought. The incidence, possible concomitant injuries, and other differences between pediatric and adult TAFs remain a topic of ongoing debate in the literature. This systematic review provides a descriptive synthesis of the symptoms, biomechanics, and treatment outcomes of TAFs in pediatric and adult populations. This study high

SUBMITTER: Landre V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12429662 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature