👉 The term "lateroanterior" is a term used in medicine and is often associated with the diagnosis of an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear. It refers to the condition where there is a loss or damage to the posterior aspect of the ACL, which can be caused by injury, trauma, or degenerative changes in the joint. The term "lateroanterior" might also refer to a specific type of surgery that involves removing the anterior part of the knee joint (the
