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Overview
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) reconstruction replaces an
injured or insufficient Posterior Cruciate Ligament. The PCL
ligament is more rarely injured than the ACL. The PCL is most
often injured by a direct frontal blow to the knee while it is
bent. PCL injuries often coincide with injuries that dislocate
the kneecap or damage other ligaments.
Procedure
The patient is anesthetized and arthroscopy is performed to
assess the condition of the PCL and prepare the inside of the
knee. Then with a accessory incisions the graft is positioned to
reduplicate the function of the original PCL and firmly fixed to
bone using a variety of devices.
Recovery
Hospitalization: Outpatient to 3 nights
At home: Several days
Use crutches or a brace to walk until your doctor says
otherwise.
Wear comfortable shoes.
Stay within your safe range of motion as directed by your
doctor.
Bathe and shower as usual three days after surgery. (unless
your surgeon directs otherwise)
Ice the knee.
Avoid active sports. Restrictions may last up to 6-9 months
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