CompletedNot Applicable

Comparison of Semitendinosus and Quadriceps Grafts for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction

Spain54 participantsStarted 2023-10-01

Plain-language summary

To investigate the differences between the two methods for reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), to support the development of the best method for young federated male football players. After surgery with quadricipital tendon graft or semitendinosus tendon graft, a two-year follow-up and the rate of return to sport are proposed.

Who can participate

Age range14 Years – 40 Years

SexMALE

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Inclusion Criteria: * Confirmed anterior cruciate ligament rupture by MRI. * Prognosis of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery. * Be a registered or recreational football player. Exclusion Criteria: * Previous knee surgery. * Having articular cartilage lesions of Outerbridge grade greater than III-IV.

What they're measuring

Lower limb strength

Timeframe: Participants will be followed over 24 months

Horizontal hop test

Timeframe: Participants will be followed over 24 months

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06167343

SponsorUniversidad de Granada

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2025-10-13

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