Hamstring autograft utilization in reconstructing anterior cruciate ligament: Review of harvesting techniques, graft preparation, and different fixation methods

Table 2 Advantages of using the posteriomedial approach to harvest hamstring tendons

Advantages of the posteriomedial hamstring harvesting approach over the anteromedial approach
Better cosmetic appearance
Lower risk of infrapatellar branch of the saphenous nerve injury
Direct visualization of the bands attached to the hamstring tendons which facilitate their release
Lower risk of premature amputation of the harvested grafts
Easier approach when harvesting of a single tendon is desired
Lower risk of medial collateral ligament injury
Smaller incision for the tibial drill guide with the advantage of placing the incision in the desired location