Main description:

Patellofemoral instability (PFI) is the movement of the kneecap from its normal position of alignment. It may be caused by sudden injury or developmental wear and tear and will often lead to arthritis.

This book is a concise guide to misalignment of the kneecap, its complications and management.

Beginning with an introduction to the epidemiology of patellar dislocation, anterior knee pain and patho-anatomy, the next chapter examines imaging techniques including X-Rays, CT, MRI and bone scan. The following sections provide in depth coverage of both conservative and surgical management procedures.

The manual is enhanced by clinical photographs and high quality diagrams to assist understanding.

Key Points

Concise guide to misalignment of the kneecap, complications and treatment
Provides complete chapter on imaging techniques
Covers both conservative and surgical management procedures
Includes clinical photographs and high quality diagrams

Contents:

The Epidemiology and Natural History of Patellar Dislocation
Anterior Knee Pain
Patho-anatomy
Imaging
Conservative treatment
Surgical management
MPFL reconstruction
Superficial Quad technique
Basket weave technique
Complications after MPFL Surgery
Trochleoplasty
Tibial Tubercle Osteotomy
LPCS Management
Cartilage lesions in PFI
PFI after TKA

Index