The impact of body mass index on the results of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction

Introduction. The aim of the study was to determine quality life among groups with different body mass index after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Material and Methods. included 510 patients who underwent surgery 95% were athletes, 81% males, an average age 27 years. calculated for all patients, evaluated using Knee Osteoarthritis Outcome Score. Results Discussion. mean 24.65, highest percentage normal weight athletes (59%). is inversely proportional Score, so obese have a poorer (p = 0.003). Men higher (25.21) than women (22.26). increases age, whereas recreational non-athletes increased index. correlation between level sports activity significant, associated lower Tegner score. not significant factor re-injury revision reconstruction, since it does differ significantly primary majority (91.0%) rated their general health as much better before surgery, 67.6% ideal thought that did affect at all. Conclusion. hypothesis persons (above 25) reconstruction compared (below confirmed.