Derotational osteotomy is a relevant procedure in the management of lateral patellar dislocation: An expert survey of the International Patellofemoral Study Group.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

To evaluate current knowledge and discover potential controversies in treating torsional deformities of the lower limb in patients with lateral patellar dislocation (LPD) among patellofemoral experts.

Methods

An online survey was distributed to all active International Patellofemoral Study Group (IPSG) members, representing an international sample of orthopaedic surgeons with a specific interest and experience in patellofemoral joint disorders. The survey included 21 single- and multiple-choice questions and was distributed by email between 2022 and 2023.

Results

Thirty-five members (54%) completed the questionnaire. The responding experts conduct a hip-knee-ankle magnetic resonance imaging or computed tomography following first-time and recurrent patellar dis

SUBMITTER: Wierer G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11821726 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature