Fascia Lata Allograft Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction-Restore the Nature As Close As Possible

Overview

Journal Arthrosc Tech

Publisher Elsevier

Date 2025 Mar 5

PMID 40041350

Authors

Marcin Mostowy

Michalina Bawor

Krzysztof Bujak

Przemyslaw A Pekala

Robert F LaPrade

Konrad Malinowski

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Abstract

Various surgical techniques for medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction have been described, commonly using hamstring auto- or allografts. Despite their widespread use, these techniques have limitations due to the tubular structure of the hamstring tendons, which does not match the flat, sail-like anatomy of the MPFL. Furthermore, over- or undertensioning of the graft due to tunnel misplacement remains a significant risk, even if anatomic and radiologic landmarks are used. To address these issues, a fascia lata allograft MPFL reconstruction with assessment of angular anisometry is presented. This technique allows for reconstruction of the MPFL as close as possible to its nature with a flat and wide patellar attachment and a gradual transition of maximal tension across the graft fibers, depending on the knee flexion angle. Precise intraoperative control of predefined graft angular anisometry allows for achievement of the desired amount of tension at specific flexion angles. This mitigates the risk of under- or overtensioning and subsequently ensures proper medial-lateral mobility of the patella.

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