2021 Annual Meeting Knee Access Pass-Questions and Answers: Patellofemoral Pain and Instability

Questions and Answers: Patellofemoral Pain and Instability

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The panel discussed complexities of patellofemoral joint evaluation and surgical decisions. Dan emphasized rotational influences beyond static TTTG measurements, using PCL reference points for accuracy. Noah explained mersaline tape use for graft support in patients with laxity risk, noting a lack of femoral position evaluation post-op. Mio’s study highlighted anatomical risk factors' combined effect on graft strain, cautioning against focusing on single risks. Hayden recommended MRIs for first-time acute dislocations, acknowledging they don’t reveal all chondral injuries and suggesting arthroscopy during MPFL reconstruction. The session concluded with recognition of evolving imaging and surgical strategies.

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Adam Yanke, MD; Jacqueline Brady, MD; David DeJour, MD; David Diduch, MD; Daniel Green, MD; Noah Quinlan, MD; Miho Tanaka, MD; Hayden Baker, MD

Keywords

patellofemoral joint evaluation

rotational influences

mersaline tape graft support

anatomical risk factors

MRI and arthroscopy in MPFL reconstruction