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Knee arthrofbrosis

Case contributed by Alexys Perez

Presentation

Soccer player 9 months post-surgery (replacement ACL). Limitation for extension and discomfort.

Patient Data

Age: 25 years
Gender: Male

Knee joint

mri

The white arrows show a fibrotic tissue (cyclops lesion) in front of the ACL graft.

Case Discussion

Postoperative scarring related to ACL repair compatible with cyclops lesion (also known as localized anterior arthrofibrosis).

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