Patellofemoral joint: from instability to arthritis.
Disorders of the patellofemoral joint are commonly seen in musculoskeletal clinics. In recent years, the expansion of imaging techniques, improvements in correlative injury anatomy, and more focused physical examinations have resulted in new knowledge about patellofemoral disorders. To achieve optimal patient outcomes, it is helpful for orthopaedic surgeons who treat knee problems to review the management of patellar dislocations and isolated patellofemoral arthritis, including treatment algorithms.
Professor and Vice Chair, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Elizabeth A
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Arendt
Diane L
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Dahm
David
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Dejour
Donald C
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Fithian
D000465:Algorithms; D001168:Arthritis / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D007593:Joint Instability / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D031222:Patellar Dislocation / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D057071:Patellofemoral Joint; D018579:Patient Selection; D016059:Range of Motion, Articular; D012307:Risk Factors