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Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction Using All-Soft Suture Anchors for Patellar Fixation

Authors :
Justin L. Makovicka, M.D.
David E. Hartigan, M.D.
Karan A. Patel, M.D.
Sailesh V. Tummala, B.S.
Anikar Chhabra, M.D., M.S.
Source :
Arthroscopy Techniques, Vol 7, Iss 3, Pp e231-e237 (2018)
Publication Year :
2018
Publisher :
Elsevier, 2018.

Abstract

The medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL), which is critical for both patellar stability and normal kinematics of the patellofemoral joint, is disrupted in most patellar dislocations. Consequently, MPFL reconstruction is advocated in recurrent dislocations to restore native patellar constraints. Fixation of the MPFL graft to the medial border of the patella can be achieved through various methods, each with its own benefits and drawbacks. We present a technique for MPFL fixation to the patella using all-soft suture anchors, theoretically decreasing the risk of patellar fracture and articular surface violation.

Subjects

Subjects :
Orthopedic surgery
RD701-811

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
22126287
Volume :
7
Issue :
3
Database :
Directory of Open Access Journals
Journal :
Arthroscopy Techniques
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsdoj.ffee003a9ecc4be2a69bb56cee1839ae
Document Type :
article
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eats.2017.08.075