AANA19 Knee Access Pass-Rapid Fire Cases: Concurrent Scientific Session 1: Symposium - Patella Challenges and Treatments-Dr. John P. Fulkerson, M.D.

Rapid Fire Cases: Concurrent Scientific Session 1: Symposium - Patella Challenges and Treatments-Dr. John P. Fulkerson, M.D.

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The video features a discussion between medical professionals about three different cases involving knee injuries. In the first case, a 34-year-old desk worker with a history of bilateral patellar dislocations presents with a right knee lateral patellar dislocation after a fall. The medical professionals discuss various techniques for surgical treatment, including the use of x-ray, ultrasound, and anatomometry. In the second case, a 24-year-old patient with recurrent lateral patellar dislocations undergoes a lateral retinacular release and a tibial tubercle osteotomy to address patellar instability. The medical professionals discuss fixation methods, rehabilitation protocols, and the potential need for additional procedures such as MPFL reconstruction. In the final case, a 16-year-old female discus thrower sustains an ACL tear and a medial meniscus tear. The medical professionals discuss treatment options, including ACL repair or reconstruction, medial meniscus repair or excision, and MPFL reconstruction. The patient ultimately undergoes MPFL reconstruction and medial meniscus repair and successfully returns to sports.

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Concurrent Scientific Session 1: Symposium - Patella Challenges and Treatments 5.4.2019

Keywords

knee injuries

patellar dislocation

surgical treatment

MPFL reconstruction

ACL tear

medial meniscus tear