The Functional Outcome of Lateral Extra-articular Tenodesis Combined with Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction in High-risk Patients: A Prospective Observational Study

without affecting the range of motion of the knee joint. [5]6][7][8][9] This study aims to evaluate the efficacy of LEAT in preventing failure of ACL reconstruction in high-risk patients. Materials a n d MethodsThis is a prospective observational study conducted at Kamineni Hospital, Vijayawada, during the time period between October 2020 and July 2024.Thirty patients (n = 30) who had undergone ACLR along with LEAT were included in this study, with a minimum follow-up of 3 years.Patients with high sports activity, high-grade pivot shift >2, hyperextension of the knee >10, revision ACLR, and chronic ACL rupture were included in this study.Patients