ACL tears often hide a second injury doctors miss, study finds

Researchers discovered that patients with torn anterior cruciate ligaments frequently have damage to the medial collateral ligament that goes undetected. The finding could reshape how orthopedic surgeons assess and treat knee injuries, potentially affecting surgical decisions and patient recovery protocols for a common sports injury affecting millions annually.

Originaltitel: High Prevalence of Superficial and Deep Medial Collateral Ligament Injuries on Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Patients With Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tears