Clinical trial Recruiting at 2 sites Interventional Ages 18 to 65

All-inside versus complete tibial tunnel ACL reconstruction using hamstring grafts

Official title: Comparison of Clinical Outcomes Between All-Inside and Complete Tibial Tunnel Techniques in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Among Patients With ACL Ruptures

Run by Universitas Indonesia · NCT07023653 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This trial will test whether the all-inside or the complete tibial tunnel surgical technique leads to better recovery in adults (18–65) having ACL reconstruction with hamstring grafts.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 65 Years
SexAll
Enrollment40 (estimated)
SponsorUniversitas Indonesia
Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Depok and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 15, 2024
Main results expectedDecember 1, 2025
Study endsDecember 1, 2026
Registry record updatedJune 17, 2025
Trial IDNCT07023653 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adults 18–65 years old with an isolated anterior cruciate ligament rupture who are eligible for hamstring autograft reconstruction and can attend scheduled follow-up visits.

Probably not a fit

Patients with multiple ligament knee injuries, severe osteochondral defects (ICRS 4), active knee joint inflammation, or who are pregnant are unlikely to receive benefit from this trial.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This is a double-blind randomized controlled trial comparing functional outcomes after ACL reconstruction using hamstring grafts performed with either an all-inside technique or a complete tibial tunnel technique. Adult patients aged 18–65 with ACL rupture will be randomized to one of the two surgical approaches. Outcomes including tibial translation, pain severity, IKDC score, and Tegner activity score will be measured by anamnesis and physical examination at 3, 6, 9, and 12 months postoperatively. The trial is conducted at Indonesian University Hospital in Depok and Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital in Jakarta.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, the preferred technique could reduce postoperative pain and improve knee stability and overall function after ACL reconstruction.

How similar studies have gone: Previous randomized and observational studies comparing all-inside and full-tunnel techniques have reported mixed but generally promising results for the all-inside approach in lowering donor-site morbidity and early postoperative pain.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients with anterior cruciate ligament rupture
* Patients within the age range of 18 to 65 years

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with Multiple Ligament Injuries in the Knee Joint
* Patients with a pregnancy condition
* Patients with Severe Osteochondral Defect (ICRS 4)
* Patients with signs of inflamation in knee joint

Where it's running

  • Indonesian University Hospital
    Depok, Indonesia
    Recruiting
  • Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital
    Jakarta Pusat, Indonesia
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Prof. Dr. dr. Andri M.T. Lubis SpOT (K) — Universitas Indonesia
  • Study coordinator: Prof. Dr. dr. Andri M.T. Lubis SpOT (K)
  • Email: andri_lubis@yahoo.com
  • Phone: +628161177078

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.