The Anatomic Midpoint of the Attachment of the Medial Patellofemoral Complex

Conclusions:
The midpoint of the medial patellofemoral complex was 2.3% of the articular length distal to the superior pole of the patella. Additionally, we describe an anatomic landmark at the junction of the medial border of the vastus intermedius tendon and the articular border of the patella that approximates the midpoint of this complex.

Clinical Relevance:
Our study shows that the anatomic midpoint of the attachment of the medial patellofemoral complex is proximal to the junction of the medial vastus intermedius tendon and the articular border of the patella, suggesting that graft placement may be more anatomic on the vastus intermedius tendon rather than on the patella.

Source: JBJS - July 19, 2016 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Tanaka, M. J., Voss, A., Fulkerson, J. P. Tags: Basic Science, Sports Medicine Scientific Articles Source Type: research