title: Trochlear wedge recession for medial patellar luxation. An update.
abstract: Trochlear wedge recession, a surgical technique for correction of luxating patella, has been improved and simplified over the years. Modifications in the technique for the pathologic sulcus are described. Common problems with the osteotomy placement and wedge stability are defined with recommendations for correction.
authors.affiliation: Slocum Clinic, Eugene, Oregon.
authors.forename: B
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Slocum
authors.forename: T D
authors.initials: TD
authors.lastname: Slocum
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D004285:Dogs / Q000293:injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000601:surgery / Q000662:veterinary*; D010027:Osteotomy / Q000662:veterinary*; D010329:Patella; D013264:Stifle / Q000601:surgery*