Purpose of this Study
We are doing this study is to evaluate the outcomes of medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction surgery. This surgery is a common treatment for recurrent patellofemoral instability. We want to find out what factors most influence the likelihood of this procedure being successful.
Who Can Participate?
Eligibility
Children and adults ages 10-35 who:
- Are scheduled to have MPFL reconstruction surgery at Duke
- Have recurrent patellar instability with at least one of the followings episodes: a dislocated patella that had to be reduced in the ER *OR* a previous dislocation that had a feeling of the tendon "giving way"
Sex/Genders
Male (cisgender)
Female (cisgender)
Non-binary or gender fluid
Transgender male
Transgender female
Looking for Healthy Participants
No
What is Involved?
Description
If you choose to join this study, we will ask you to fill out questionnaires at various times over the course of 2 years.
Locations
Duke University Hospital
Duke Regional Hospital
Duke Raleigh Hospital
Visit Timing
Weekdays
Compensation
Yes
Spanish Materials Available
No
Study Details
Full Title
Risk Factors for Failure of Isolated Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction
Principal Investigator
Jocelyn
Wittstein
Protocol Number
PRO00113100
Phase
N/A
Enrollment Status
Open to Enrollment