title: Anteromedialization: review and technique.
abstract: As a method to address patellofemoral pain, chondrosis, and malalignment, Fulkerson introduced anteromedialization of the tibial tuberosity. Short- and intermediate-term follow-up demonstrate efficacy. Patellofemoral cartilage lesion extent and region analysis allows for refined indications to optimize results. This article reviews the historical background, technique, results, and biomechanical rationale. The overview will assist in optimally integrating the procedure in the treatment armamentarium for patellofemoral disease.
authors.affiliation: OrthoIndy, Indianapolis, IN, USA.
authors.forename: Jack
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Farr
authors.forename: Anthony
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Schepsis
authors.forename: Brian
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Cole
authors.forename: John
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Fulkerson
authors.forename: Paul
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Lewis
mesh_terms: D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D002358:Cartilage, Articular / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D007719:Knee Joint / Q000502:physiology / Q000601:surgery*; D019637:Orthopedic Procedures / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D046788:Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome / Q000601:surgery