Abstract

Mucoid degeneration of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a little-known pathology. This infiltrating lesion is included in the mucoid pathology of the intercondylar fossa. The present study was conducted to assess management and outcome of Mucoid degeneration of the anterior cruciate ligament. Material & methods: The present prospective study was conducted among 20 patients to assess management and outcome of Mucoid degeneration of the anterior cruciate ligament. All patients presented with knee pain without instability. Bulky mucoid ACL was debrided judiciously. The degenerated ACL and mucinous material was sent for histopathology examination. Results: In the present study, 35% participants were male and 65% were female. Mean age of participants was 56 years. Maximum participants had Intraosseous and soft tissue cysts (75%) followed by Distal or proximal femoral edema (55%). Partial debridement of ACL was done in 90% and complete in 10% patient. None of them required notchplasty. All patients regained complete flexion and none complained of instability Conclusion: The present study concluded that partial debridement of ACL was done in 90% and complete in 10% patient. All patients regained complete flexion and none complained of instability.

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