Open Lateral Retinacular Lengthening During an "À La Carte" Step-by-Step Surgical Approach for Habitual Patellar Dislocation.

Mazy, David; Beckers, Gautier; Vanasse, Amanda; Mazy, Julie; Rousseau-Saine, Alexis; Nault, Marie-Lyne · Arthrosc Tech · 2026

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Abstract

Habitual patellar dislocation is rare and primarily characterized by superolateral soft-tissue contractures. The surgical approach described focuses on a step-by-step, "à la carte", release of these contractures. The algorithm and technique described here offer a reproducible surgical strategy applicable to both skeletally immature and mature patients.