Allograft reconstruction of a deficient extensor mechanism is sufficient using an allogenic, freeze-dried patellar graft sterilized with peracetic acid. The reduced risk of infection is an advantage over fresh-frozen grafts.
Klinik für Orthopädie, Centrum für Muskuloskeletale Chirurgie, Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Charitéplatz 1, 10117 Berlin. doerte.krocker@charite.de