Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction With Semitendinosus Autograft

Patellar instability is a common complaint after traumatic dislocation of the patella. Traumatic dislocation always leads to tearing of the medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL). Treatment consists of recovery from the traumatic injury, followed by reconditioning and physical therapy to strengthen t...

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Main Authors: James D. Wylie, M.D., M.H.S., Robert T. Burks, M.D.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2013-11-01
Series:Arthroscopy Techniques
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2212628713000704