An all-arthroscopic soft-tissue balancing technique for lateral patellar instability.
case_series · Level IV
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Abstract
Patellar realignment procedures for lateral patellar instability often involve open approaches to imbricate the medial soft tissues. We present a technique to balance the soft tissues to correct lateral patellar instability that is performed entirely arthroscopically. A retinacular release is performed laterally and the soft tissues are imbricated medially using arthroscopic suture passing and knot tying techniques.
Medical subject headings
- Arthroscopy
- Joint Instability
- Patella
Anatomy
- knee