Severe mucoid degeneration of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) treated with conservative arthroscopic debridement and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection
Alexander Henry Seeto,
Mark Daniel Wilson,
Morgan McMeniman
et al.
Abstract:Mucoid degeneration of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) can be treated with arthroscopic debridement, however, instability can ensue. Here, we present a fit and active woman in her 60s with severe mucoid degeneration of the ACL who underwent conservative arthroscopic debridement and treatment with intraligamentous administration of platelet-rich plasma (PRP). After 1 month, the patient demonstrated significant improvements in range of motion and pain symptoms, with nil resultant laxity. The patient was abl… Show more
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