Question

All of the following in regards to a chronic ACL injury are true except (REPEAT) a. Reconstruction of the ACL does not re alter the course of arthritis b. Recurrent instability can lead to further degenerative changes c. Lateral meniscal tears are more common than medial d. Increased chance of meniscal and chondral injury.

Answer 1

Lateral meniscal tears are not more common than medial in chronic ACL injuries. Therefore, the correct option is C.

Step-by-step explanation:

It is true that persistent anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries can result in a number of problems. Meniscal and chondral damage are more likely, recurring instability can cause more degenerative changes, and the course of arthritis may not be changed by reconstruction of the ACL.

But when it comes to meniscal tears, people with long-term ACL injuries are more likely to suffer tears in the medial meniscus as opposed to the lateral meniscus. Making this distinction is essential to comprehending the intricacies and possible consequences related to long-term ACL injury.

Therefore, the correct option is C.