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SUBMITTER: Hinckel BB
PROVIDER: S-EPMC4810877 | biostudies-other | 2016 Feb
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-other
Arthroscopy techniques 20160125 1
Although the medial patellotibial ligament (MPTL) has been neglected regarding its function in patellar stability, recently, its importance in terminal extension and during flexion has been recognized. Indications for reconstruction of the medial patellofemoral ligament combined with the MPTL are extension subluxation, flexion instability, children with anatomic risk factors for patellar instability, and knee hyperextension associated with generalized laxity. We describe a combined reconstructio ...[more]