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Orthopaedics Thigh, Knee,Leg,Foot & Ankle injuries 08e99507

False regarding anterior cruciate ligament tear is?

A
Commonly occurs as a result of twisting force
B
Rarely associated with meniscal injury
C
Lachman test is highly sensitive test for tear
D
May be associated with Segond fracture
High-Yield Explanation
*ACL is commonly associated with medial meniscal Injury, both of which are damaged by twisting injury. *Lachman test is a sensitive test. Segond fracture may be seen on X-ray. ACL Injuries * Most MOI are non-contact rotational forces * Tibia displaced anteriorly on femur (or vice versa), rotational stress (cutting) or hyperextension * May be isolated, but typically due to MOL other structures (joint capsule, menisci) also injured * Positive anterior drawer and/or Lachman&;s tests Ref: Maheshwari 9th/e p.148

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