AOSSM Specialty Day 2023 with ISAKOS with CME-3. AOSSM-ISAKOS - Session II

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Video Summary

In this video, Dr. Rohan Bhimani discusses the influence of femoral length and lateral knee x-rays on the accuracy of radiographic landmarks for MPFL complex reconstruction. He explains that the accuracy of femoral tunnel positioning is crucial during MPFC reconstruction and many surgeons use intraoperative fluoroscopy for this purpose. However, the accuracy of radiographic landmarks, such as the Shuttles Point, can be affected by deviations from a true lateral projection and the length of the visible femur. Dr. Bhimani presents the results of a study conducted on cadaveric knees, which suggest that at least four centimeters of visible femoral length are needed for accurate radiographic landmarks. These findings may guide surgeons in assessing femoral tunnel placement during MPFC reconstruction.

Keywords

Dr. Rohan Bhimani

femoral length

lateral knee x-rays

radiographic landmarks

MPFL complex reconstruction