Which tendon graft helps female athletes recover best after ACL surgery?
NCT ID NCT07722104
First seen Jul 23, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study follows female athletes who undergo ACL reconstruction using either a hamstring tendon or a quadriceps tendon graft. Researchers track graft failure, return to sport, knee stability, and patient-reported outcomes for two years after surgery. The goal is to see whether one graft type leads to better recovery and function in this active population.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- ACL reconstruction using either hamstring tendon autograft or quadriceps tendon autograft
- What this could lead to
- If one graft type proves superior, it could guide surgeons toward better outcomes for female athletes recovering from ACL tears.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a randomized trial, so results may be influenced by surgeon preference or patient factors. Graft failure or complications remain possible.
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Conditions
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Locations
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IMED Hospitales
Alicante, Alicante, 03540, Spain
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