%0 Journal Article
%T The gender and sex data gap in anterior cruciate ligament injuries in paediatric patients
%J Knee surgery, sports traumatology, arthroscopy
%D 2024
%A Engebretsen, Lars
%A Møller, Merete
%A Kooy, Caroline
%A Yamaguchi, Tetsuo
%A Moatshe, Gilbert
%V ePub
%N ePub
%P ePub-ePub
%X Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is a concerning problem in the paediatric population, impacting joint health and longevity. Moreover, ACL injury hampers physical activity, which is important for children's social network and general well-being. Recent data demonstrates a rise in paediatric ACL reconstructions, affecting both girls and boys. However, it is unclear whether this rise reflects a higher injury rate or a more proactive approach towards surgery, as information on nonoperated patients is lacking. Regarding gender differences, increasing evidence implies that girls engaged in pivoting sports experience a higher incidence of ACL injuries and reinjuries compared to boys. Furthermore, data suggest that girls have inferior outcomes and lower return-to-sport rates than boys. The social context in which girls compete in sports is likely a significant contributing factor to the risk of serious knee injuries. Lack of attention and insufficient data on gender-based differences in ACL injuries, outcomes and evidence-based treatment guidelines highlight the need for further research on this topic. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Level IV.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>
%G en
%I Holtzbrinck Springer Nature Publishing Group
%@ 0942-2056
%U http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/ksa.12397