2021 Annual Meeting Knee Access Pass-Indications: Isolated MPFL: Is that all we Need?

Indications: Isolated MPFL: Is that all we Need?

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Video Summary

The video transcript discusses the topic of patellar instability and MPFL reconstruction, focusing on identifying risk factors for recurrent instability and the need for additional surgical procedures. The speaker mentions that while MPFL reconstruction is successful for many patients, there is a lack of evidence on what specific factors contribute to its failure. The transcript mentions a study conducted on a group of patients with recurrent patellar instability to identify risk factors and develop an instability severity index score. The initial results showed a low rate of failure, but the study is still ongoing. The speaker concludes by stating that more research is needed to determine the most significant contributing factors. The summary is 147 words.<br /><br />No credits are mentioned in the transcript.

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Dr. Jacqueline Brady

Keywords

patellar instability

MPFL reconstruction

recurrent instability

surgical procedures

risk factors