2021 Annual Meeting Knee Access Pass-MPFL Reconstruction in the Pediatric Population: Does Skeletal Maturity Matter?

MPFL Reconstruction in the Pediatric Population: Does Skeletal Maturity Matter?

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Noah Quinlan presented a study on MPFL reconstruction outcomes in pediatric patients, comparing skeletally mature and immature groups. The retrospective review included 88 patients under 18, assessing knee function, pain, re-injury rates, and satisfaction after surgery. Both groups showed similar IKDC scores, pain levels, and sports participation, with no significant difference in recurrent dislocations or revision surgeries. The skeletally immature group reported more subjective knee injuries and were less likely to choose the same treatment again. Overall, MPFL reconstruction yielded good outcomes regardless of skeletal maturity, though maturity may influence subjective re-injury perception and treatment satisfaction.

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Dr. Noah Quinlan

Keywords

MPFL reconstruction

pediatric patients

skeletal maturity

knee function

re-injury rates