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MPFL reconstruction plus LPR release shows best clinical results for recurrent patellar dislocation
February 2018
MPFL reconstruction plus LPR release shows best clinical results for recurrent patellar dislocation
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Evaluation of different surgical methods in treating recurrent patella dislocation after three-dimensional reconstruction
Int Orthop. 2017 Dec;41(12):2517-2524Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
68 patients with recurrent patellar instability and/or dislocation were randomized to one of three combinations of surgical interventions: medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction plus lateral patellar retinaculum (LPR) release, MPFL reconstruction plus medial patellar retinaculum (MPR) plication, or LPR release plus MPR plication. Patients were followed up over 24 months postoperative...
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