AANA19 Knee Access Pass-The Influence of Body Mass Index (BMI) >30 on Outcomes and Complications Following Medial Patellofemoral Ligament (MPFL) Reconstruction-Dr. Seth L. Sherman, M.D.

The Influence of Body Mass Index (BMI) >30 on Outcomes and Complications Following Medial Patellofemoral Ligament (MPFL) Reconstruction-Dr. Seth L. Sherman, M.D.

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In this video, a researcher presents the findings of a study comparing outcomes of non-obese and obese patients undergoing medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction for recurrent patellofemoral instability. The study involved 55 patients and collected preoperative and postoperative patient-reported outcomes. The results showed that obese patients had inferior quality of life scores and activity levels compared to non-obese patients. However, the rate of complications was low and comparable between the two groups. The study concludes that MPFL reconstruction is safe and effective in patients with a BMI above 30, providing significant improvement in subjective outcomes. The findings can help guide future patient counseling.

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Concurrent Scientific Session I: Paper Presentations - Treatments for Knee and Patellafemoral Issues 5.4.2019

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Concept Medial patellofemoral ligament

Concept Patellofemoral Instability

Concept Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction

Concept Patellar Displacement

Concept Obesity

Keywords

MPFL reconstruction

obese patients

patient-reported outcomes

quality of life scores

subjective outcomes

Medial patellofemoral ligament

Patellofemoral Instability

Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction

Patellar Displacement

Obesity