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Equipment Failure During ACL Reconstruction

Another complication of ACL reconstruction worth noting relates to the failure of mechanical medical equipment.
 Medical equipment is regularly tested and meets strict FDA (Food and Drug Administration) standards. Therefore, medical equipment problems are extremely rare. However, these products can fail or malfunction. In most cases, if they occur, these complications are minor and can be treated without difficulty by your doctor.
Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD