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Patellaplasty or patellectomy?

J C Pickett, D A Stoll

    Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
    |October 1, 1979
    PubMed
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    Patellar resurfacing using a Vitallium prosthesis offers better outcomes than patellectomy for osteoarthrosis. This prosthetic procedure provides pain-free function and preserves normal knee mechanics.

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    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedic surgery
    • Biomaterials science

    Background:

    • Patellectomy is an option for severe patellar issues, but its indications are unclear.
    • Osteoarthritis can cause painful patellofemoral joints, sometimes necessitating intervention.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To compare the efficacy of patellar resurfacing with Vitallium prostheses versus patellectomy.
    • To evaluate outcomes in patients with painful patellofemoral joints not requiring total knee replacement.

    Main Methods:

    • Comparative study of patients undergoing patellar resurfacing versus patellectomy.
    • Utilized Vitallium prostheses for patellar resurfacing.

    Main Results:

    • Vitallium patellaplasty yielded superior results compared to patellectomy in osteoarthrosis.

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  • Patellar resurfacing demonstrated more complete extension, satisfactory flexion, and better cosmetic outcomes.
  • Prosthetic resurfacing provided pain-free patellofemoral function and maintained normal joint mechanics.

    • Conclusions:

    • Vitallium patellar prostheses are a satisfactory option for symptomatic patellofemoral joints when total knee replacement is not yet indicated.
    • Patellar resurfacing preserves normal joint mechanics, unlike patellectomy.