Abstract |
This article examines the results of arthroscopic tendon debridement with excision of the distal pole of the patella for refractory patellar tendinitis. Nine patients failed at least 3 months of conservative therapy and underwent arthroscopic excision of the distal patellar pole with debridement of the deep proximal patella tendon. At least 3 months postoperatively (range, 3 months-5 years), 8 patients reported no distal patellar pole tenderness (Bassett sign), and 1 patient reported only mild tenderness. Arthroscopic excision of the distal patellar pole with tendon debridement holds promise for the treatment of refractory patellar tendinitis.
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Authors | John D Kelly 4th |
Journal | Orthopedics
(Orthopedics)
Vol. 32
Issue 7
Pg. 504
(Jul 2009)
ISSN: 1938-2367 [Electronic] United States |
PMID | 19634846
(Publication Type: Clinical Trial, Journal Article)
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Topics |
- Arthroscopy
(methods)
- Chronic Disease
- Humans
- Patella
(surgery)
- Retrospective Studies
- Tendinopathy
(pathology, surgery)
- Treatment Outcome
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