Paul YF Lee
Welshbone, South Wales Orthopaedics Research Network,
Wales
United Kingdom
Research Article
Clinical Outcomes of Tibial Tubercle Transfer for Anterior Knee Pain and Patello-femoral Instability
Author(s): Syed Gul, Paul YF Lee and Andrew DaviesSyed Gul, Paul YF Lee and Andrew Davies
Anterior knee pain and patellofemoral instability have a multi-factorial aetiology and are therefore difficult to treat. A variety of surgical treatment options have been proposed for such patients. Tibial tubercle transfer is one such option and has been described using different surgical techniques. There is however a paucity of literature regarding the procedure itself and its clinical outcomes. Purpose: This study describes the clinical efficacy and outcome of a Tibial Tubercle Transfer (TTT). Study Design: Case series. Methods: 86 consecutive patients who underwent TTT for anterior knee pain and/or patellofemoral instability were studied prospectively. All patients received the same rehabilitation protocol postoperatively. Clinical outcome was measured using the Kujala knee score pre-operatively and at follow-up. Patients were also asked to rate their satisfaction with the proced.. View More»
