Accelerated patellofemoral joint erosion: A complication of isolated resurfacing of an arthritic patella with a polyethylene component

We report a case of a complication that arose after isolated resurfacing of an arthritic patella with a polyethylene component. Serious femoral cartilage wear with severe synovitis was noted in the early postoperative period. Clinicians are therefore cautioned to avoid isolated patellar resurfacing for treating patellofemoral arthritis.
Source: Formosan Journal of Musculoskeletal Disorders - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research