Quadriceps tendon vs peroneus longus tendon grafts for ACL reconstruction

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

Adults with ACL injuries undergoing primary ACL reconstruction are randomly assigned to receive either a quadriceps tendon autograft or a peroneus longus tendon autograft. The study follows participants for 12 months, assessing knee function, return-to-sport outcomes, ankle strength and function, and gait metrics. Outcomes include donor-site morbidity and overall knee stability after surgery. Data collection includes clinical exams and standardized functional scores at 6 and 12 months postoperatively. This trial aims to clarify differences in graft performance and potential complications between the two graft options.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients diagnosed with anterior cruciate ligament rupture
* Patients scheduled for primary anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
* Age between 18 and 50 years
* Ability to provide informed consent
* Willingness to comply with postoperative rehabilitation and follow-up evaluations

Exclusion Criteria:

* Previous ligament reconstruction surgery on the affected knee
* Multi-ligament knee injuries requiring additional ligament reconstruction
* Severe osteoarthritis of the knee
* Revision anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
* Neuromuscular disorders affecting lower extremity function
* Active infection
* Inability to comply with follow-up protocol

Where it's running

• Acibadem Fulya Hospital, Sport Medicine Center
  Istanbul, Besiktas, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

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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.