Peroneus Longus Autograft Harvest and Preparation for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction.

Authors

• Mathew Park, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine Medical Student
• Nathan Bouwkamp, Corewell Health West
• Thomas Riggs, Corewell Health West Resident
• Kendall Hamilton, Corewell Health West
• Travis Menge, Corewell Health West

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

9-2026

Publication Title

Arthroscopic Techniques

Abstract

The peroneus longus tendon (PLT) has emerged as a promising autograft option for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction because of its favorable biomechanical properties, consistent graft diameter, and minimal donor-site morbidity; however, detailed descriptions of graft harvesting and preparation techniques remain limited within literature. This report aims to construct a reproducible step-by-step method for harvesting and preparing a PLT autograft with internal brace augmentation. This technical report offers a detailed description with the goal of standardizing these operative steps that may facilitate broader adoption of PLT autograft and support ongoing investigation into PLT autografts as an alternative option for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.

First Page

e70255

Last Page

e70255

Recommended Citation

Park M, Bouwkamp N, Riggs T, Hamilton K, Menge T. Peroneus longus autograft harvest and preparation for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Arthrosc Tech. 2026:e70255. doi: 10.1002/atn2.70255. PMID: 42732151.

DOI

10.1002/atn2.70255

ISSN

2212-6287

PubMed ID

42732151