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Review paper

Origin and insertion of the medial patellofemoral ligament: a systematic review of anatomy

Volume: 25, Issue: 12, Pages: 3755 - 3772
Published: Sep 8, 2016
Abstract
The medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) is the major medial soft-tissue stabiliser of the patella, originating from the medial femoral condyle and inserting onto the medial patella. The exact position reported in the literature varies. Understanding the true anatomical origin and insertion of the MPFL is critical to successful reconstruction. The purpose of this systematic review was to determine these...
Paper Details
Title
Origin and insertion of the medial patellofemoral ligament: a systematic review of anatomy
Published Date
Sep 8, 2016
Volume
25
Issue
12
Pages
3755 - 3772
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