Magnetic Resonance Imaging Documented Re-Continuity of a Complete Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture After Delayed Platelet-Rich Plasma Treatment in a 65-Year-Old Male: A Case Report

June 2026 in “ Journal of Orthopaedic Science and Research ”

Zane Sherif, Kirralee Sherif, Amanda Forbes

Studysummary In this case study, a 65-year-old man with a complete ACL rupture showed MRI-documented re-continuity and restoration of function after delayed conservative treatment with platelet-rich plasma, highlighting the potential for recovery in older patients and supporting further research into patient selection and treatment protocols.

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