Autograft maturation assessed by sequential quantitative MR T2 mapping and its correlation with patient-reported outcomes and return to sports during the first year after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction | Synapse
March 3, 2026Open Access
Autograft maturation assessed by sequential quantitative MR T2 mapping and its correlation with patient-reported outcomes and return to sports during the first year after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
Key Points
Patient-reported outcomes significantly correlate with autograft maturation at one year post-surgery.
Mean MR T2 values showed a notable change from baseline to six months post-operation, indicating maturation progress.
Assessment utilized sequential quantitative MR T2 mapping to evaluate the structural changes in the autografts.
Findings highlight the importance of measuring autograft maturation to predict return to sports safely.