Comparison of Standard ACL Reconstruction Versus TARS-Augmented Reconstruction

This study is designed to compare standard anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction using hamstring autograft with ACL reconstruction augmented using the Tape Active Reconstruction System (TARS). Eligible patients aged 18 to 44 years with a complete ACL rupture will be prospectively enrolled and randomized in a 1:1 ratio into two study groups. Participants will be evaluated preoperatively and postoperatively at regular follow-up visits, with the final assessment performed at 12 months after surgery. Outcome assessments will include patient-reported outcome measures, objective clinical examination of knee stability, instrumented laxity measurements, and radiological evaluation.

NCT Number	NCT07418476
Lead Sponsor	Samsun University
Conditions	Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL)
Enrollment	80 participants
Start Date	2026-02-28
Primary Completion	2027-07-01 (estimated)
Study Completion	2027-07-01 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-07-14