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Chondromalacia Patellae. A prospective study.

J Insall, K A Falvo, D W Wise

    The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. American Volume
    |January 1, 1976
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    Most knee chondromalacia cases stem from patella alta or increased Q angle. Patellar realignment and cartilage removal yielded good results in 79% of followed patients, offering effective chondromalacia treatment.

    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedic Surgery
    • Knee Biomechanics
    • Cartilage Research

    Background:

    • Chondromalacia patellae is a common knee condition.
    • Etiology often involves patellar alignment issues.
    • Understanding causative factors is crucial for effective treatment.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the causes of chondromalacia patellae.
    • To evaluate the outcomes of surgical intervention for chondromalacia patellae.

    Main Methods:

    • Prospective study of 105 arthrotomies for chondromalacia patellae.
    • Assessment of patellar alta and Q angle.
    • Surgical intervention included patellar realignment and chondral cartilage excision.

    Main Results:

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    • Patella alta or increased Q angle identified as common causes in most knees.
    • Chondromalacia typically central on the patella, affecting medial and lateral facets equally.
    • Femoral changes were infrequent.
    • 79% of 87 followed knees showed satisfactory results post-surgery.

    Conclusions:

    • Patellar malalignment is a primary factor in chondromalacia patellae.
    • Surgical realignment and debridement offer a high success rate for treating chondromalacia patellae.