Table 2.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Performing Revision Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction in Single Stage With Allograft Bone Dowels

Advantages

Avoidance of staged reconstruction—therefore, less time missed from activities, sports, and daily living

Lower risk profile owing to fewer procedures and less anesthesia

Cost-effective: requires use of allograft but otherwise decreases operating room and anesthesia costs

Disadvantages

May not be possible if widening is greater than available commercial dowel sizes

Risks associated with allograft use, including infection, rejection, or resorption, among others

Allografts are expensive