The best treatment for primary patellar dislocation has been the subject of debate. Surgery has been recommended for all patients or for special subgroups to improve outcome. We have previously reported similar 2-year results after closed or open treatment. This report concerns 127 patients who were re-evaluated by questionnaire at least 5 years after the primary onset.
At baseline, the patients were randomized regarding closed treatment (57) or individually adjusted proximal realignment operation (70). All patients were re-evaluated after a mean follow-up of 7 (6-9) years.
We do not recommend proximal realignment surgery for treatment of primary dislocation of the patella.
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The best treatment for primary patellar dislocation has been the subject of debate. Surgery has been recommended for all patients or for special subgroups to improve outcome. We have previously reported similar 2-year results after closed or open treatment. This report concerns 127 patients who were re-evaluated by questionnaire at least 5 years after the primary onset.
At baseline, the patients were randomized regarding closed treatment (57) or individually adjusted proximal realignment operation (70). All patients were re-evaluated after a mean follow-up of 7 (6-9) years.
We do not recommend proximal realignment surgery for treatment of primary dislocation of the patella.
Copyright remains with the authors and publisher.