Arthroscopic Osteochondral Autograft Transfer System Procedure of the Lateral Femoral Condyle with Donor-Site Backfill Using Osteochondral Allograft Plug

• DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2021.08.012
• Publication Date: 2021-11-09T08:38:47Z
• Authors: Alvarho J. Guzman; Therese Dela Rueda; Shane M. Rayos De...; Stewart A. Bryant; Sarah Jenkins; Brandon Gardner; Patrick J. McGahan; James L. Chen
• Keywords: FEMORAL CONDYLE; Spark plug

The osteochondral autograft transfer system (OATS) procedure is at the forefront of cartilage restoration surgeries knee, offering superior return to sport rates and long-term functionality. This technique reports an arthroscopic OATS lateral femoral condyle with donor-site backfill using allograft plug. Potential complications from unfilled donor site sockets are eliminated through