Long-term Outcomes of Knee Brace Versus Operative Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Repair in Children With First-Time Traumatic Patellar Dislocation: A 10-Year Follow-up From Skeletal Immaturity to Adulthood
Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine
Published online on April 27, 2026
Abstract
Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
Background:Optimal management of first-time traumatic patellar dislocation (FTPD) in pediatric patients remains disputed. Nonoperative treatment avoids surgical risks and may be optimal for select patients, whereas operative medial patellofemoral ligament ...
Background:Optimal management of first-time traumatic patellar dislocation (FTPD) in pediatric patients remains disputed. Nonoperative treatment avoids surgical risks and may be optimal for select patients, whereas operative medial patellofemoral ligament ...