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ArticleInternational journal of surgery case reports2025

Unicondylar arthroplasty and anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, a comprehensive solution for medial osteoarthritis with ACL deficiency: Case report.

Pablo Agustín Ramos Guarderas, Gonzalo Fernando Arteaga Guerrero, Medardo Xavier Vargas Morante, Francisco Endara Urresta, Alejandro Xavier Barros Castro, Diego Patricio Michilena Chávez

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Pablo Agustín Ramos GuarderasOrthopedics and Traumatology, Arthroscopy, hip and knee prosthetic surgery, and hand surgery, Hospital Metropolitano, Arthros Clinic, Quito, Ecuador.
Gonzalo Fernando Arteaga GuerreroOrthopedics and Traumatology, Arthroscopy, sports medicine, and joint replacements, Hospital Metropolitano, Arthros Clinic, Quito, Ecuador.
Medardo Xavier Vargas MoranteOrthopedics and Traumatology, hip and knee joint replacement, arthroscopic surgery, and sports medicine, Hospital Metropolitano, Arthros Clinic, Quito, Ecuador.
Francisco Endara UrrestaOrthopedics and Traumatology, Universidad Internacional del Ecuador, Hospital Metropolitano, Quito, Ecuador.
Alejandro Xavier Barros CastroOrthopedics and Traumatology, Universidad Internacional del Ecuador, Hospital Metropolitano, Quito, Ecuador.
Diego Patricio Michilena ChávezOrthopedics and Traumatology, Universidad Internacional del Ecuador, Hospital Metropolitano, Quito, Ecuador. Electronic address: diegmichi98@gmail.com.

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introduction and importanceMedial unicondylar knee arthroplasty (UKA) combined with anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction offers a novel approach for patients with advanced medial compartment osteoarthritis and ACL deficiency. This combined procedure addresses both joint degeneration and instability, enhancing outcomes while preserving native tissue. CASE PRESENTATION: A 50-year-old male with progressive pain and instability in the left knee, and a history of ACL reconstruction performed 10 years prior, underwent a medial UKA and revision ACL reconstruction using a transtibial technique with hamstring grafts. Postoperative evaluation demonstrated restored stability, proper implant positioning, and significant pain relief. DISCUSSION: The integration of UKA and ACL reconstruction addresses the limitations traditionally associated with ACL deficiency in UKA candidates, such as instability and increased implant stress. This approach provides a tailored solution, particularly for younger or active patients with isolated medial osteoarthritis, by preserving native joint kinematics while ensuring long-term implant durability.

conclusionThis case demonstrates that combining UKA with ACL reconstruction is a viable and effective treatment strategy for selected patients, achieving pain relief, stability, and functional recovery. It underscores the importance of careful surgical planning and patient selection to optimize outcomes.

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