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Current concepts of lateral patella dislocation.

Elizabeth A Arendt1, Donald C Fithian, Emile Cohen

  • 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Minnesota, 420 Delaware Street, SE, MMC 492, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA. arend001@tc.umn.edu

Clinics in Sports Medicine
|October 9, 2002
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Surgical repair of the medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) is crucial for stabilizing first-time kneecap dislocations. While nonoperative management is common, surgical intervention focuses on restoring medial constraints to prevent recurrent instability and improve function.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Sports Medicine
  • Biomechanics

Background:

  • Patellar dislocations, both acute and chronic, present complex treatment challenges due to evolving biomechanical understanding and imaging techniques.
  • Despite predisposing factors like dysplasia, medial retinacular injuries in primary dislocations can lead to residual patellar laxity, necessitating repair to restore stability.
  • There is no established consensus on optimal treatment parameters for patellar dislocations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current surgical strategies for patellar dislocations, emphasizing the role of medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) repair or reconstruction.
  • To discuss the indications for surgical intervention versus nonoperative management in first-time patellar dislocations.
  • To highlight the importance of restoring medial patellar constraints for preventing recurrent instability.

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Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on surgical techniques for patellar dislocation.
  • Analysis of biomechanical principles and injury patterns in patellofemoral instability.
  • Discussion of diagnostic imaging (MRI) and physical examination findings.

Main Results:

  • Repair or reconstruction of the MPFL is considered paramount for stabilizing the patella and preventing recurrent dislocations.
  • Nonoperative management remains the preferred approach for first-time patellar dislocations in the United States.
  • Arthroscopy is recommended if intra-articular chondral damage is suspected in first-time dislocators.

Conclusions:

  • Establishing a medial check-rein through MPFL repair/reconstruction is essential for surgical stabilization after first-time dislocation.
  • More extensive procedures like tibial tubercle transfers are reserved for cases where minimal surgery has failed.
  • Further critical studies are needed to compare operative versus nonoperative outcomes for first-time patellar dislocations.