Prospective cohort study (Level 3) comparing quadriceps tendon (QT) versus hamstring tendon (HT) autograft for primary single-bundle ACL reconstruction in 86 patients using identical surgical technique, fixation method, and rehabilitation protocol, with minimum 3-year follow-up.
When selecting an autograft for primary ACL reconstruction, QT offers objective stability equivalent to or better than HT (lower KT-1000 laxity, more Lachman-negative knees) without added donor-site morbidity — making it a particularly attractive option when graft size or stability is a priority.
Prospective cohort study (Level 3) comparing quadriceps tendon (QT) versus hamstring tendon (HT) autograft for primary single-bundle ACL reconstruction in 86 patients using identical surgical technique, fixation method, and rehabilitation protocol, with minimum 3-year follow-up.
When selecting an autograft for primary ACL reconstruction, QT offers objective stability equivalent to or better than HT (lower KT-1000 laxity, more Lachman-negative knees) without added donor-site morbidity — making it a particularly attractive option when graft size or stability is a priority.