Pitfalls of the lateral retinacular release

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Deutscher übersetzter Titel:Fallstricke bei der operativen Loesung des lateralen Retinaculums der Patella
Autor:Busch, Michael T.; DeHaven, Kenneth E.
Erschienen in:Clinics in sports medicine
Veröffentlicht:8 (1989), 2, S. 279-290, Lit.
Format: Literatur (SPOLIT)
Publikationstyp: Zeitschriftenartikel
Medienart: Gedruckte Ressource
Sprache:Englisch
ISSN:0278-5919, 1556-228X
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Erfassungsnummer:PU199111041148
Quelle:BISp

Abstract

The lateral retinacular release has become a popular procedure for a variety of patellofemoral disorders; however, the results can be variable and the importance of a concerted effort at nonoperative treatment must not be overlooked. Using stringent criteria, the intermediate-term follow-up (2 to 10 years) by these authors demonstrated only 52 per cent acceptable results unless poor-risk patients are identified. Most factors associated with poor results can be determined before surgery, and most complications can be avoided. An organized and detailed approach to the patient with a failed lateral retinacular release is presented. Verf.-Referat