Isolated medial patellofemoral reconstruction outcomes: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Treatment of patellar instability remains up for debate, and a combination of tibial tubercle osteotomy and medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction (MPFLr) of the medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) has become the mainstay treatment for recurrent lateral patellar dislocation. Due to limited small studies, there remains a variety of surgical techniques still being practiced. The use of MPFL reconstruction, in isolation, has demonstrated promise.

Source: The Knee - August 1, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Christopher Castagno, Sterling Kneedler, Austin Fares, Michael Maier, Gil Gontre, William M. Weiss Tags: Review Source Type: research