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01-03-2009 | Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine

Anatomical reconstruction of the medial patellofemoral ligament using a free gracilis autograft

Authors: Philip Schöttle, Arno Schmeling, Jose Romero, Andreas Weiler

Published in: Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery | Issue 3/2009

Abstract

Since biomechanical studies have shown that the medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) is the main restraint against lateral patella displacement, reconstruction of the MPFL has become an accepted surgical technique to restore patellofemoral stability. Recently, various procedures have been described that address reconstruction of the medial patellofemoral complex. We present a technique, where the MPFL is reconstructed anatomically to restore physiological kinematics and stability, using a free gracilis tendon autograft.

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Title: Anatomical reconstruction of the medial patellofemoral ligament using a free gracilis autograft
Authors: Philip Schöttle
Arno Schmeling
Jose Romero
Andreas Weiler
Publication date: 01-03-2009
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery / Issue 3/2009
Print ISSN: 0936-8051
Electronic ISSN: 1434-3916
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-008-0712-9

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