Reconstruction of the Medial Patellofemoral Ligament for Treatment of Patellofemoral Instability A Systematic Review

摘要: BackgroundGrowing awareness of the biomechanical contribution medial patellofemoral ligament has led to an upsurge in publication techniques and trials dealing with reconstructive techniques, warranting a review that includes most recent evidence.Study DesignSystematic review.MethodsThe authors undertook systematic electronic search rigorous screening process find identify published evidence describing outcomes reconstruction.ResultsFourteen were included for analysis. Although they showed generally excellent reconstruction modalities, there several recurring weaknesses. Most small case series, many had limited follow-up, majority employed other adjunctive besides reconstruction, making it difficult distinguish determining factors their outcomes.ConclusionThere is but growing patellofemoral...