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RUPTURE OF THE POSTERIOR CRUCIATE LIGAMENT OF THE KNEE



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Abstract

1. Seventeen cases of knee injury are described in which the predominant lesion was rupture of the posterior cruciate ligament. Seven were treated conservatively and ten by surgical repair.

2. Most cases occurred in motor cyclists.

3. The extent of the rupture should be determined by examination under anaesthesia.

4. Early surgical repair is indicated for complete rupture.

5. An effective method of repair is described.

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