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Comparison of Standard ACL Reconstruction Versus TARS-Augmented Reconstruction
Sponsor: Samsun University
Summary
This study is designed to compare standard anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction using hamstring autograft with ACL reconstruction augmented using the Tape Active Reconstruction System (TARS). Eligible patients aged 18 to 44 years with a complete ACL rupture will be prospectively enrolled and randomized in a 1:1 ratio into two study groups. Participants will be evaluated preoperatively and postoperatively at regular follow-up visits, with the final assessment performed at 12 months after surgery. Outcome assessments will include patient-reported outcome measures, objective clinical examination of knee stability, instrumented laxity measurements, and radiological evaluation.
Official title: Comparison of Standard Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction and Tape Active Reconstruction System (TARS)-Augmented Reconstruction: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Study
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 45 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
80
Start Date
2026-02-28
Completion Date
2027-07-30
Last Updated
2026-03-03
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
ACL Reconstruction
ACL reconstruction using semitendinosus tendon autograft
TARS-Augmented ACL Reconstruction
Arthroscopic single-bundle ACL reconstruction using a quadrupled semitendinosus tendon autograft was performed with additional Tape Active Reconstruction System (TARS) augmentation. High-strength suture tape was applied to provide load sharing during early rehabilitation. The postoperative rehabilitation protocol was identical to the control group.
Locations (1)
Samsun University
Samsun, Samsun, Turkey (Türkiye)