Lateral release for recurrent dislocation of the patella

Lateral release for recurrent dislocation of the patella.

We reviewed 41 knees after arthroscopic lateral release for recurrent dislocation of the patella at a mean follow-up of four years, and graded the results according to the criteria of Crosby and Insall (1976). There were no dislocations after operation in 28 knees (68%); the less satisfactory results were in patients with subluxation of the patella on extension of the knee and those with genera...

Recurrent Dislocation of the Patella

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Recurrent dislocation of the patella.

Irreducible lateral dislocation of patella.

To cite: Yerimah G, Eisenstein N, Turner R. BMJ Case Rep Published online: [please include Day Month Year] doi:10.1136/bcr-2013009832 DESCRIPTION A fit and well 21-year-old man received a blow to the medial side of his knee while dancing in a pub. He became immediately non-weight-bearing and attended the emergency department. On examination, his knee was held in partial flexion and there was a ...

Excision of patella for recurrent dislocation.

Removal of the patella has been recommended for recurrent dislocation, but it has not been emphasised that this operation has distinct advantages over “ realignment “ procedures. I now regard removal of the patella as essential. Unsuccessful results have been reported for the reason that the regenerated patella, or the fibrous tissue in which it forms, has continued to slip over the femoral con...