Sakra World Hospital introduces synthetic tissue graft for ACL

Bangalore: Sakra World Hospital introduces synthetic tissue graft for the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) during knee replacement surgery, marking the launch of the ‘Artificial Ligament’. Experts from Sakra World Hospital, including Dr Chandrashekhar P, Director, Orthopaedics, Dr Banarji BH, Senior Consultant, Orthopaedics, Sakra World Hospital; and Naoya Matsumi, Deputy Managing Director, were joined by international luminary Dr Klaudiusz Kosowski, Medical Director and Chairman, Lead Clinical Department of Orthopaedics, MedPolonia Private Hospital, Poznan, Poland; and former Indian Cricketer Venkatesh Prasad.

The use of synthetic tissue grafts in ACL reconstruction offers several advantages, especially for patients with inadequate natural graft quality. This state-of-the-art technique holds the potential to deliver improved outcomes and expedited recovery for individuals dealing with ACL injuries.

Dr Kosowski explained, “Using synthetic grafts in ACL reconstruction provides consistent strength, saves surgery time by avoiding graft harvesting, reduces complications, speeds recovery for sports return in 12 weeks, and poses no disease transmission risk. Ideal for complex cases like multi-ligament injuries and revisions.”

Prasad expressed his happiness at being part of the event and shared, “This new advancement in orthopaedic reconstruction will aid athletes by restoring knee stability with a safe return to competitive sports after injury.”

Dr Chandrashekhar P stated, “Synthetic grafts, unlike autografts, eliminate the need for harvesting patient tissue, reducing donor site discomfort and complications. In professional sports, where injuries are critical, synthetic grafts shine, especially in complex cases like multi-ligament injuries or revisions. Their consistent and excellent results provide predictability, ensuring optimal patient recovery.”

Matsumi said, “It holds great promise for individuals with compromised graft quality, potentially enhancing their outcomes.”