- Male
- 30 Years
- 14/08/2025
I had ACL reconstruction surgery with a hamstring autograft and my femoral side was fixed using an endobutton. Are there any potential side effects from the metal in the endobutton, and can it be removed later if needed?
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It's understandable to want to know if surgery is the only path to your desired recovery goals. For a high-grade partial ACL tear, a grade 2 medial meniscus tear, and a grade 2 LCL sprain, surgery is not always necessary for full recovery and returning to activities like walking, cycling, and running, according to HSS. However, your specific situation and individual factors will determine the best course of action
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