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May 19, 2023 / Sports Medicine
Healio Orthopedics Today: MPFL Reconstruction
Patellar instability most commonly affects skeletally immature pediatric patients with open growth plates and medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction should be the primary treatment for first-time patellar instability in skeletally immature patients, despite historical use of the adductor sling technique.
Medical Director of Clinical Research Henry B. Ellis, M.D., recently discussed MPFL reconstruction for first-time patellar instability with Orthopedics Today.
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Medical Director of Clinical Research Henry B. Ellis, M.D., recently discussed MPFL reconstruction for first-time patellar instability with Orthopedics Today.
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Watch the full segment.