| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4047298 | Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic & Related Surgery | 2008 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Bioabsorbable interference screws have replaced metal interference screws in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery because they have several advantages. Poly-L-lactide (PLLA) is one of the commonly used materials for bioabsorbable interference screws. PLLA produces a lower inflammatory reaction than polyglycolide as a result of its slower degradation rate and better biocompatibility. We describe a case of a delayed intra-articular inflammatory reaction caused by a PLLA bioabsorbable interference screw used in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.
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Authors
Ji Hoon Kwak, Jae Ang Sim, Si Hwan Kim, Kyoung Chan Lee, Beom Koo Lee,