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Complete ACL Tear
I was diagnosed with a complete acl tear in the first mri. However,
The conclusion of the 2nd mri report has the following description :
The current scan shows the ligament to be in normal contour and signal intensity except for subtle thickening and hyper-itensity at the mid portion?
What does this mean?
And what is the further scope of treatment?
Should i go for surgery or not?
The current scan.
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You are 24, if you lead a sporty lifestyle then you should go for reconstruction especially in presence of clicking and instability.
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In deciding the treatment of knee injuries, clinical picture is very important. If you feel the give ways, frequent falls or locking, then your knee is unstable and your ACL is non functioning. You need surgery in this case. So if you are clinically symptomatic the. Go ahead with surgery. Your graft still shows degeneration on MRI, it may not be functional
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Don't go by MRI report. Is your knee unstable? Is it giving problem?
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Dr. Ashwin Kasturi
Orthopedist
21 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Treatment depends on your symptoms regarding Pain & instability. Surgery is done if these symptoms are not relieved.
Next Steps
do regular exercises for knee strengthening
Health Tips
avoid stress activities on knee like squats, stairs.
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