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Future Directions in Patellofemoral Imaging and 3D Modeling
Purpose of ReviewPatellofemoral instability involves complex, three-dimensional pathological anatomy. However, current clinical evaluation and...
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Double-level torsional osteotomy a treatment for the ‘inwardly pointing knee’ syndrome
IntroductionA ‘inwardly pointing knee’ syndrome is a combined torsional deformity with increased femoral internal and tibial external torsion. After...
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Double-bundle ACL reconstruction versus anatomic single-bundle ACL reconstruction combined with anterolateral ligament reconstruction: a comparative study of clinical outcome
IntroductionRecent studies showed increasing evidences of anterolateral ligament (ALL) reconstruction in conjunction with anterior cruciate ligament...
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Rotational stability can be enhanced in revision anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction using the over-the-top augmentation technique compared to single bundle technique
PurposeRevision anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is technically challenging due to mispositioned tunnels, bone loss, and tunnel...
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Treatment Options for Patellofemoral Arthritis
Purpose of ReviewTo present a synthesis of recent literature regarding the treatment of patellofemoral arthritis
Recent FindingsRisk factors of PFJ...
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Transosseous suture versus suture anchor fixation for inferior pole fractures of the patella in osteoporotic bone: a biomechanical study
BackgroundThe surgical treatment of inferior patellar pole fractures can be a challenge, especially in geriatric patients, who are particularly...
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Management of patella maltracking after total knee arthroplasty: a systematic review
PurposePatella maltracking is among the most frequent causes of poor outcomes and early failure after total knee arthroplasty (TKA), with an...
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Anatomic single vs. double-bundle ACL reconstruction: a randomized clinical trial–Part 1: clinical outcomes
PurposeCompare clinical outcomes of anatomic single-bundle (SB) to anatomic double-bundle (DB) anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). It...
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Patellar maltracking: an update on the diagnosis and treatment strategies
Patellar maltracking occurs as a result of an imbalance in the dynamic relationship between the patella and trochlea. This is often secondary to an...
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Efficacy and experience of arthroscopic lateral patella retinaculum releasing through/outside synovial membrane for the treatment of lateral patellar compression syndrome
BackgroundArthroscopic closure release includes arthroscopic lateral patella retinaculum releasing (LPRR) either outside synovial membrane (OSM) or...
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Unrepaired lateral meniscus tears lead to remaining pivot-shift in ACL-reconstructed knees
PurposeTo compare the postoperative rotatory knee laxity between ACL-reconstructed knees with different meniscus treatments using an electromagnetic...
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Quadriceps tendon vs. patellar tendon autograft for ACL reconstruction using a hardware-free press-fit fixation technique: comparable stability, function and return-to-sport level but less donor site morbidity in athletes after 10 years
IntroductionThe use of quadriceps tendon–patellar bone (QTB) autograft for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is gaining momentum. Yet,...
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Developments in the epidemiology and surgical management of patella fractures in Germany
BackgroundPatella fractures account for approximately 1% of all skeletal injuries. Treatment options are vast and no definitive conclusion on what...
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Medial Pivot Versus Posterior-Stabilized Prosthesis Design in Primary Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
BackgroundStudies of clinical outcomes that compare the Medial Pivot design (MP) with the Posterior-Stabilized design (PS) were controversial. The...
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Evaluation of recurrent dislocation of the patella in children with MRI: Goldthwait technique combined with lateral release, and VMO advancement—a retrospective study of 85 knees
PurposeThere are certain risk factors responsible for patella instability that should be identified before choosing the most appropriate treatment.
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Arthroscopic assessment of patella tracking correlates with recurrent patellar instability
PurposeFor recurrent lateral patellar instability surgical algorithm, an arthroscopic assessment of patellar tracking can aid with the decision of...
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Outcomes of hamstring graft with preserved tibial insertion for ACL reconstruction: systematic review and meta-analysis
PurposeEvaluate the outcomes of ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) reconstruction techniques that use a hamstring graft with a preserved tibial...
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Relationship between patellofemoral finite helical axis and femoral trans-epicondylar axis using a static magnetic resonance-based methodology
BackgroundTo manage patellofemoral joint disorders, a complete understanding of the in vivo patellofemoral kinematics is critical. However, as one of...
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Failure rates of common grafts used in ACL reconstructions: a systematic review of studies published in the last decade
IntroductionIn this review paper, graft failure rates of different graft types (hamstring tendon autografts, bone–patellar tendon–bone autografts,...
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Iliotibial band autograft is a suitable alternative graft for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a systematic review and meta-analysis of outcomes
PurposeDespite encouraging clinical, biomechanical and histological results, ACL reconstruction using the ITB was slowly abandoned. The hypothesis...
