title: Closed Reduction of Subacute Patellar Dislocation Using Saline Joint Insufflation: A Technical Trick.
abstract: Patellar dislocations often spontaneously reduce or are reduced easily by experienced professionals. However, some dislocations can prove difficult to reduce and may require sedation or operative management. Our case report suggests an alternative method to facilitate reduction of patellar dislocations. Our technical trick involves insufflation of the knee joint with sterile normal saline, resulting in improved clearance of the patella over the femoral condyles. This low-risk technique can aid in the reduction of a dislocated patella and save the patient from unnecessary sedation or a surgical operation.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, NY.
authors.forename: David Y
authors.initials: DY
authors.lastname: Ding
authors.forename: Kenneth A
authors.initials: KA
authors.lastname: Egol
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D006801:Humans; D007327:Insufflation / Q000379:methods*; D008297:Male; D031222:Patellar Dislocation / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000628:therapy*; D011859:Radiography; D012965:Sodium Chloride / Q000627:therapeutic use*
chemical_list: D012965:Sodium Chloride