Congenital Absence of the Cruciate Ligaments

Authors

  • Derek B. Smith Department of Surgery Dalhousie University
  • J. David Amirault Associate Professor Department of Surgery (Division of Orthopaedic Surgery), Dalhousie University and Chief of Surgery, QE II Health Sciences Centre
  • Lorne Leahey Associate Professor Department of Surgery (Division of Orthopaedic Surgery), Dalhousie University and Orthopaedic Surgery, IWK-Grace Health Centre

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15273/dmj.Vol28No1.4327

Abstract

Congenital absence of one or both cruciate ligaments is a rare event, and little literature exists regarding this abnormality.  Patients with this condition often have associated anomalies.  This study looked at 6 subjects with congenital abnormalities often associated with absence of the cruciate ligaments.  The subjects were followed by a questionnaire and knee examination.  This paper presents results of congenital absence of the cruciate ligaments on knee instability and activities of daily living.

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Smith, D. B., Amirault, J. D., & Leahey, L. (2000). Congenital Absence of the Cruciate Ligaments. DALHOUSIE MEDICAL JOURNAL, 28(1). https://doi.org/10.15273/dmj.Vol28No1.4327

Issue

Vol. 28 No. 1 (1999)

Section

Original Research

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