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Plica mediopatellaris--arthroscopic resection under local anesthesia
Archives of Orthopaedic and Traumatic Surgery. Archiv Fur Orthopadische Und Unfall-Chirurgie
|January 1, 1986
Summary
Arthroscopic excision of symptomatic mediopatellar plica yields excellent or good outcomes in most patients. This outpatient procedure under local anesthesia is effective and safe for treating this knee condition.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Knee Arthroscopy
- Sports Medicine
Background:
- Symptomatic mediopatellar plica can cause knee pain and dysfunction.
- Surgical intervention may be necessary for conservative treatment failures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the outcomes of arthroscopic excision of symptomatic mediopatellar plica.
- To assess the feasibility and safety of performing this procedure under local anesthesia in an outpatient setting.
Main Methods:
- Arthroscopic excision of symptomatic mediopatellar plica in 28 patients (31 knees).
- Procedure performed under local anesthesia in an outpatient department.
- Outcomes assessed at a median follow-up of 15 months.
Main Results:
- Excellent or good results were achieved in 26 out of 31 cases (83.9%).
- No concomitant lesions were present in the operated knees.
- The procedure demonstrated low morbidity.
Conclusions:
- Arthroscopic excision of symptomatic mediopatellar plica is an effective treatment.
- Local anesthesia is sufficient, economical, and safe for this procedure.
- Outpatient arthroscopic excision offers good outcomes with low complication rates.