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2 failed lateral releases in 8 months/dislocations .& tears. shallow trochler groove. total knee or patellar realignment? medial pain full thicartil
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Try realignment : 53 is still young 4 tka. Find a good knee specialist who can do xam x-rays & other imaging 2help u make an informed decision.
Answered 12/10/2013
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Depends: If there is arthritis present, you would probably do best with a total knee. You also may need a patellar realignment which can be done at the same time if necessary. If there is not arthritis, see someone who does a lot of patellofemoral treatments. Surgery to repair this can be challenging.
Answered 9/24/2016
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