Traumatic patellar dislocation: loose bodies and the MPFL.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Traumatic patellar dislocation is a common occurrence in adolescents. Treatment in the acute situation is controversial but should always address replacement or removal of osteochondral loose bodies. Reconstruction of the medial patellofemoral ligament in the acute and recurrent situation has provided excellent results in this select patient group.
Medical subject headings
- Growth Plate
- Joint Loose Bodies
- Patellar Dislocation
- Patellar Ligament
- Patellofemoral Joint
- Plastic Surgery Procedures
Anatomy
- knee
- femur