title: The role of open surgery for patellofemoral joint malalignment.
abstract: The authors outline their philosophy in the treatment of acute patellofemoral dislocation and chronic subluxation and dislocation of the patella. They note that while nonoperative treatment is used most often and is most often successful, surgical management also has a role. They outline their rationale for surgery.
authors.affiliation: Hughston Orthopaedic Clinic, Columbus, Georgia.
authors.forename: J R
authors.initials: JR
authors.lastname: Andrews
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Thornberry
mesh_terms: D000208:Acute Disease; D002908:Chronic Disease; D005081:Exercise Therapy; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000534:rehabilitation / Q000601:surgery*; D008023:Ligaments, Articular / Q000293:injuries; D010329:Patella / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery; D010808:Physical Examination; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D013536:Suture Techniques