AANA19 Knee Access Pass-Master Series: MQTFL Reconstruction-Dr. John P. Fulkerson, M.D.

Master Series: MQTFL Reconstruction-Dr. John P. Fulkerson, M.D.

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Video Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses various surgical procedures and techniques for treating patellofemoral joint instability. They emphasize the importance of optimal alignment, unloading articular lesions, and restoring retinacular supports. They mention that tibial tubercle transfer may be necessary for stabilizing the patella and discuss when this procedure should be performed. They also mention the use of anterior medial transfer for unloading lesions in the patellofemoral joint. The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the complex anatomy of the medial side of the patellofemoral joint and uses cadaver dissections to demonstrate the structures involved. They advise making anatomically correct femoral side fixation and caution against drilling into the patella to avoid patella fractures. The speaker concludes by discussing the positive outcomes of using these surgical techniques and emphasizes the importance of relying on anatomy for accurate surgery.

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Concurrent Scientific Session I: Symposium - Patella Challenges and Treatments 5.4.2019

Keywords

surgical procedures

patellofemoral joint instability

alignment

tibial tubercle transfer

cadaver dissections