Arthroscopic PCL Reconstruction

PCL reconstruction is surgery to rebuild a torn posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) in the knee. PCL tears occur due to trauma, such as automobile accidents, or falling on the knee when bent. They are common sports-related injuries and usually cause severe pain and disability.

PCL reconstruction surgery uses an autograft (tissue from your body) or an allograft (tissue from a cadaver) to replace the ligament. The autograft method is typically most successful in patients who want to return to a high-demand, athletic lifestyle. As patients get older, and demands diminish, the success of the allograft procedure increases.