Perspective Chapter: Minimally Invasive Approach to Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Avulsion Fracture in Patella Dislocation
<p>Patella dislocation is a common knee sports injury. Medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) avulsion fracture can occur at the time of dislocation. This type of fracture usually happens on the patella side. Fragments with significant size or involvement of the articular surface typically warrant su...
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| Lenguaje: | inglés |
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IntechOpen
2026
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| Acceso en línea: | https://www.intechopen.com/chapters/1239751 |
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| Sumario: | <p>Patella dislocation is a common knee sports injury. Medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) avulsion fracture can occur at the time of dislocation. This type of fracture usually happens on the patella side. Fragments with significant size or involvement of the articular surface typically warrant surgical fixation. An arthroscopic-assisted full percutaneous technique is described, and a review of the minimally invasive surgical (MIS) approach to MPFL avulsion fractures is discussed in this chapter. A review of cases using this technique showed satisfactory fracture union within three months. Patellofemoral joint congruency was restored radiologically. No recurrence of patella dislocation was observed in any of the cases. After a course of physiotherapy, the knee range of motion, visual analog scale for pain, and knee functional scores of the patients were satisfactory. In conclusion, MPFL avulsion fractures can be successfully treated using a full percutaneous MIS approach.</p> |
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| ISBN: | 978-1-80631-397-6 |
| DOI: | 10.5772/intechopen.1016078 |