ArticleArchives of orthopaedic and trauma surgery2022
Arthroscopic anatomy of the posterolateral corner of the knee: anatomic relations and arthroscopic approaches.
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- Arthroscopic and open reconstruction of the posterolateral corner of the knee have equally good clinical results: first results of a prospective 12-month follow-up study.Archives of orthopaedic and trauma surgery · 2024Trial
- Clinical results after arthroscopic reconstruction of the posterolateral corner of the knee: A prospective randomized trial comparing two different surgical techniques.Archives of orthopaedic and trauma surgery · 2023Trial
- The Use of Arthroscopy in Diagnosis and Operative Treatment of Knee Posterolateral Corner Injuries: A Narrative Review.Journal of clinical medicine · 2026Review
- Clinical outcomes and complications of the indirect modified arthroscopic posterior transseptal approach at a minimum 2-year follow-up.Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research · 2026Article
- Layer-Specific Architecture and Nerve Innervation of the Popliteus Muscle: Neuroanatomical Basis for Precision-Guided Interventions for the Knee Joint.Diagnostics (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Arthroscopic-Assisted Tibiofibular-Based Posterolateral Corner Knee Reconstruction.Arthroscopy techniques · 2025Article
- All-Arthroscopic Popliteus Tendon Reconstruction With Dual-Posterolateral Portal Technique.Arthroscopy techniques · 2025Article
- Arthroscopic Arthrolysis, a Minimally Invasive Approach to Treat Arthrofibrosis of the Knee.Arthroscopy techniques · 2025Article
- Exploring the Posterolateral Corner of the Knee Joint: A Detailed Review of Recent Literature.Journal of clinical medicine · 2025Review
- Most Publications Regarding Arthroscopic Treatment of Posterolateral Corner Injuries of the Knee Have a Low Level of Evidence and Provide Limited Information to Determine the Most Effective Treatment.Arthroscopy, sports medicine, and rehabilitation · 2024Review
- Is posterior knee arthroscopy using posterior portals necessary for orthopedic surgeons? The latest evidence on applications and techniques.EFORT open reviews · 2023Review
- Adjustable-loop cortical suspension device for posterolateral corner reconstruction in the setting of fibular avulsion fracture: a case series and novel technique description.Archives of orthopaedic and trauma surgery · 2023Article
- Easy Arthroscopic Transseptal Approach of the Knee.Video journal of sports medicineArticle
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Abstract
introductionAlthough open-surgical techniques for the reconstruction of the posterolateral corner (PLC) are well established, the use of arthroscopic procedures has recently increased. When compared with open surgical preparation, arthroscopic orientation in the PLC is challenging and anatomic relations may not be familiar. Nevertheless, a profound knowledge of anatomic key structures and possible structures at risk as well as technical variations of arthroscopic approaches are mandatory to allow a precise and safe surgical intervention. MATERIALS AND
methodsIn a cadaveric video demonstration, an anterolateral (AL), anteromedial (AM), posteromedial (PM) and posterolateral (PL) portal, as well as a transseptal approach (TSA) were developed. Key structures of the PLC were defined and sequentially exposed during posterolateral arthroscopy. Finally, anatomic relations of all key structures were demonstrated.
resultsAll key structures of the PLC can be visualized during arthroscopy. Thereby, careful portal placement is crucial in order to allow an effective exposure. Two alternatives of the TSA were described, depending on the region of interest. The peroneal nerve can be visualized dorsal to the biceps femoris tendon (BT), lateral to the soleus muscle (SM) and about 3 cm distal to the fibular styloid (FS). The distal attachment of the fibular collateral ligament (FCL) can be exposed on the lateral side of the fibular head (FH). The fibular attachment of the popliteofibular ligament (PFL) is exposed at the tip of the FS.
conclusionArthroscopy of the posterolateral recessus allows full visualization of all key structures of the posterolateral corner, which provides the basis for anatomic and safe drill channel placement in PLC reconstruction. A sufficient exposure of relevant anatomic landmarks and precise portal preparation reduce the risk of iatrogenic vascular and peroneal nerve injury.
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