Knee surgery showdown: which tendon graft works best?
NCT ID NCT07671729
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two types of tendon grafts used to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in the knee. Sixty people scheduled for ACL surgery will be randomly assigned to receive either a quadriceps tendon graft or a peroneus longus tendon graft. Researchers will measure knee function, return to sports, ankle strength, and walking patterns at 6 and 12 months after surgery to see which graft leads to better outcomes and fewer side effects.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Quadriceps tendon autograft or peroneus longus tendon autograft
What this could lead to
If one graft proves better, it could improve knee function and return-to-sport rates after ACL surgery while reducing donor-site problems.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 people, so results may not apply to everyone. Both grafts have known risks like pain or weakness at the harvest site.
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Acibadem Fulya Hospital, Sport Medicine Center
RECRUITINGIstanbul, Besiktas, 34349, Turkey (Türkiye)
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