What question did this study set out to answer?

The aim is to evaluate the clinical and functional outcomes of MPFL reconstruction using synthetic grafts over five years.

April 18, 2026SICOT-J0 citationsOpen Access

Medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction with a synthetic polyester suture tape graft and knotless anchors: Five-year clinical and functional outcomes

WEWessam Fakhery EbiedAin Shams University MAMohamed AshryDammam Central Hospital MHMohamed Amr HemidaAin Shams University

Key Points

The aim is to evaluate the clinical and functional outcomes of MPFL reconstruction using synthetic grafts over five years.
Retrospective design
Patient selection based on specific criteria
Utilization of suture tape and knotless anchors for reconstruction
Satisfactory clinical outcomes after five years
No recurrence of instability reported
Small sample size noted as a limitation

Abstract

MPFL reconstruction using suture tape with knotless anchors, combined with careful patient selection, appears to be a safe and effective option, demonstrating satisfactory five-year clinical outcomes and no recurrence of instability. However, this study was limited by its relatively small sample size and retrospective design.

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