Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction results in better patient reported outcomes but has no advantage for activities of daily living or the subsequent development of osteoarthritis. A systematic review and meta-analysis
Erik Hohmann, Kevin Tetsworth, Vaida Glatt
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MedicineOsteoarthritisMeta-analysisMEDLINEPhysical therapyAnterior cruciate ligamentActivities of daily livingAnterior cruciate ligament reconstructionQuality of life (healthcare)Evidence-based medicineModalitiesSystematic reviewStudy heterogeneityRelative riskPhysical medicine and rehabilitationSurgeryInternal medicineConfidence intervalAlternative medicineSocial sciencePolitical sciencePathologySociologyLawNursingKnee injuries and reconstruction techniquesTotal Knee Arthroplasty OutcomesOsteoarthritis Treatment and Mechanisms