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Multiple kneecap dislocations. two failed lateral release 8 months. trochler groove pretty straight across. arthritis . tkr vs mpfl?
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Depends: Unusual for patellar dislocations to continue at your age. Nonetheless, if there is arthritis under the kneecap and the rest of the knee , total knee replacement would be the way to go. Mpfl recon can be considered with imbrication vs. Allografting if tissue is too stretched.
Answered 4/26/2013
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Let me explain: It depends on how much arthritis you have in the knee, if the joint really have a lot of arthritis i would advise tkr. If the changes are not much you have the reconstruction for know and possibly the tkr if needed when are more older . Good luck.
Answered 12/10/2013
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