
Open vs Arthroscopic Release for Lateral Patellar Compression Syndrome

November 2022
Open vs Arthroscopic Release for Lateral Patellar Compression Syndrome
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Open versus arthroscopic release for lateral patellar compression syndrome: a randomized-controlled trial
Arch Orthop Trauma Surg . 2022 Oct;142(10):1-7Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
Eighty patients diagnosed with lateral patellar compression syndrome were randomized to receive either arthroscopic lateral retinacular release (n=40) or open release of the lateral retinaculum (n=40). The primary outcome of this trial was Lysholm Knee Function (LKSS) scores at 2 & 6 weeks, 6 months, and 1 & 2 years, post-operatively. Other outcomes such as length of stay, operative time, and comp...
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