A new surgical procedure for the treatment of patella infera.
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Abstract
A new method for the treatment of patella infera is presented. This technique is based on the previously described procedure for treatment of old ruptures of the patellar ligament. The main advantage of this technique is the achievement of a normal patellar position without the adverse effects on the knee extensor mechanism found with other techniques, such as patellectomy or elevation of the tibial tubercle. The main surgical steps of this technique are outlined and the preliminary results reported.
Medical subject headings
- Knee Injuries
- Patella
Anatomy
- knee