Abstract
We present a case of a young female with initial presentation of probable patellar subluxation that is first managed conservatively. Primary patellar instability risk factors were identified as trochlear dysplasia, lateral tibial tuberosity position, patellar alta, and laxity of medial restraints. Over time she had progressive pain and progression of patellar chondrosis not responsive to chondroplasty. She continued to have patellar subluxations. Final treatment considerations include concomitant treatment of both the patellar chondrosis and the risk factors. This case discussion includes a real life second opinion and additional commentary from three experts in the field.
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Farr, J., Koh, J.L., Lattermann, C., Feller, J., Gudeman, A. (2022). Patellofemoral Instability in a Young Patient with a Chondral Defect, Patella Alta and a Lateralized Tuberosity. In: Koh, J.L., Kuroda, R., Espregueira-Mendes, J., Gobbi, A. (eds) The Patellofemoral Joint. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-81545-5_12
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