{"title":"[Patellar cartilage repair-current concepts and evidence].","authors":"Roman Karkosch, Alexandra Rahn, Hauke Horstmann","doi":"10.1007/s00132-025-04651-6","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00132-025-04651-6","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Due to their unique anatomy and biomechanics, patellar cartilage defects are both common and challenging to manage. In cases of persistent instability or dysplasia, bony and ligamentous procedures are necessary to correct patellar tracking and reduce patellofemoral forces. Only after addressing these underlying issues can cartilage restoration be performed effectively. Currently, a wide array of cartilage repair techniques is available, demonstrating favorable clinical outcomes; however, no single method has emerged as superior. If left untreated, cartilage defects of the patella often progress to functional impairment and pain, culminating in end-stage patellofemoral osteoarthritis.</p>","PeriodicalId":74375,"journal":{"name":"Orthopadie (Heidelberg, Germany)","volume":" ","pages":"444-449"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143994010","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"[Conservative treatment of patellofemoral cartilage lesions and patellofemoral osteoarthritis].","authors":"Armin Runer, Paul Nardelli","doi":"10.1007/s00132-025-04650-7","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00132-025-04650-7","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The causes of patellofemoral cartilage lesions or joint degeneration are multifactorial. Small, traumatic cartilage lesions can be treated without relevant cartilage regenerative therapies. Surgical treatment is recommended for larger lesions (> 1 cm<sup>2</sup>).</p><p><strong>Conservative therapy: </strong>Conservative therapy is the mainstay of treatment for incipient or advanced patellofemoral osteoarthritis. Consequently, a thorough examination is essential to identify the underlying factors and to establish precise and efficient treatment planning. An individualized, stage-appropriate, and multimodal treatment strategy, supported by comprehensive patient education, is critical for therapeutic success. In the presence of functional or muscular imbalances, physiotherapy and exercise therapy, potentially supplemented by EMG biofeedback training, play a central role. When combined with weight reduction, patellar taping, cryotherapy, or extracorporeal shock wave therapy, these measures form the foundation of any conservative therapeutic approach. In the acute phase, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or opioids may be employed for pain relief. If non-injection-based interventions remain ineffective, an injection therapy option may be considered.</p>","PeriodicalId":74375,"journal":{"name":"Orthopadie (Heidelberg, Germany)","volume":" ","pages":"436-443"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144014676","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Katrin Osmanski-Zenk, Wolfram Mittelmeier, Oliver Melsheimer
{"title":"[Effects of quality assurance in arthroplasty : An evaluation of the development of the semi-annual hospital evaluations of the German Arthroplasty Registry (EPRD)].","authors":"Katrin Osmanski-Zenk, Wolfram Mittelmeier, Oliver Melsheimer","doi":"10.1007/s00132-025-04639-2","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00132-025-04639-2","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Quality assurance in arthroplasty is based on established systems such as the German Arthroplasty Registry (EPRD) and the EndoCert certification system. These systems enable continuous improvement in the quality of care through targeted feedback and audits. After the introduction of the semi-annual EPRD hospital evaluations, detailed analyses and comparisons of their revision rates for hip and knee arthroplasties (THA, TKA) became possible for the hospitals.</p><p><strong>Aim of the study: </strong>The aim of this study was to compare and evaluate the standardised revision ratios (SRR) of the EPRD clinics.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>The study analysed whether poor results in previous evaluations led to an improvement over time. The analysis was based on hospital evaluations from June 2020 and December 2023 for elective THA with cementless stems and standard TKA. Of the 603 clinics with THA responses, 315 were analysed, compared to 360 of the 588 TKA clinics.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The results show that regular feedback mechanisms can improve the quality of care; 69.2% of clinics were able to maintain or improve the quality of their THA care and 70.6% of clinics were able to maintain or improve their TKA care. No dependence on case volumes was found, which indicates that all EPRD clinics can benefit equally from the feedback.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>The hospital evaluations enable precise tracking of results, promote transparency and reveal potential for improvement. In view of new legislation such as the Implant Register Act and the hospital reform, it is essential to further strengthen existing systems such as the EPRD and EndoCert and integrate them even more closely into clinical practice in order to ensure the quality of care in the long term.</p>","PeriodicalId":74375,"journal":{"name":"Orthopadie (Heidelberg, Germany)","volume":" ","pages":"478-485"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143766172","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
J Rieger, P Buschner, F Wilken, C Benignus, J Beckmann
{"title":"[Patellofemoral joint replacement: onlay or inlay?]","authors":"J Rieger, P Buschner, F Wilken, C Benignus, J Beckmann","doi":"10.1007/s00132-025-04652-5","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00132-025-04652-5","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Patellofemoral prosthesis procedures are still rarely performed in Germany. However, with strict indications and thorough preoperative preparation, it can be a viable alternative to total knee arthroplasty (TKA). If conservative treatment methods prove ineffective, the question arises not only as to whether the advantages of an isolated joint replacement outweigh those of a total prosthesis, but also regarding patellofemoral joint replacement: should an inlay or an onlay prosthesis be used?</p>","PeriodicalId":74375,"journal":{"name":"Orthopadie (Heidelberg, Germany)","volume":" ","pages":"450-456"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144044462","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"[Why does the patellofemoral cartilage collapse? : A critical analysis of epidemiology, etiology and prevention].","authors":"A Korthaus, M Krause, K H Frosch, Jannik Frings","doi":"10.1007/s00132-025-04649-0","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00132-025-04649-0","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Cartilage damage in the patellofemoral joint is common and often leads to pain-related restrictions in the patients' subjective activity level. The cause is often multifactorial.</p><p><strong>Etiology: </strong>The most common causes comprise chronic overuse, acute impact trauma, post-traumatic conditions or patellar fractures, while patellar instability with its anatomical risk factors (trochlear dysplasia, patella alta, lateralized tuberosity, genu valgum or torsional deformities) plays a key role. Acute cartilage damage or (osteo-)chondral fractures usually occur in the context of acute patellar dislocation or direct impact trauma. In this regard, early surgical refixation or resection of the (osteo-)chondral fragments is important and can contribute to a delay of further cartilage deterioration. Chronic cartilage damage usually results from a disorder of the patellofemoral kinematics, such as patellar maltracking. (Post-)traumatic conditions such as patellar fractures represent a special entity. Long-term cartilage deterioration and osteoarthritis can also emerge or progress by inadequate surgical procedures.</p><p><strong>Therapy: </strong>Therapeutically, the main focus should always be on correcting biomechanical imbalances, in order to allow for effective cartilage regeneration. The latter can be achieved by several techniques for cartilage regeneration.</p>","PeriodicalId":74375,"journal":{"name":"Orthopadie (Heidelberg, Germany)","volume":" ","pages":"425-435"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144043610","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"[Robotics for patellofemoral joint replacement-a step forward in arthroplasty?]","authors":"Mara Hold, Henning Windhagen, Lars-Rene Tuecking","doi":"10.1007/s00132-025-04653-4","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00132-025-04653-4","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>At 0.2% of all knee replacements implanted in Germany, patellofemoral joint arthroplasty (PFA) account for only a small proportion. However, the potential in the population appears to be significantly greater. In recent years, several robotic-assisted surgical procedures have been developed to increase precision in the implantation of endoprostheses. MAKO® SYSTEM: At present, the Mako® system from Stryker is the only system that can implant an isolated patellofemoral joint replacement robotically. It can be used to analyze and adequately address complex anatomies such as trochlear dysplasia. The system provides support by simulating the positioning of the prosthesis and the exact execution of the plan by aligning the saw or reamer with haptic feedback.</p><p><strong>Study situation: </strong>Studies on robotic-assisted PFA are rare but indicate improved precision with a robotic-assisted procedure. Despite that, an improved clinical and radiological outcome could not be demonstrated in a comparative study.</p><p><strong>Outlook: </strong>A cost-benefit analysis should be discussed here, as should the necessary learning curve. In principle, robotic-assisted implantation of PFA appears to be a promising procedure. However, a superiority of this procedure over conventional methods cannot be postulated at the present time.</p>","PeriodicalId":74375,"journal":{"name":"Orthopadie (Heidelberg, Germany)","volume":" ","pages":"457-465"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144060682","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"[Conservative and surgical treatment of femoropatellar osteoarthritis].","authors":"Christoph Becher, Michael T Hirschmann","doi":"10.1007/s00132-025-04643-6","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s00132-025-04643-6","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":74375,"journal":{"name":"Orthopadie (Heidelberg, Germany)","volume":"54 6","pages":"411-412"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144200960","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"[Five myths around hallux valgus].","authors":"Hazibullah Waizy, Leif Claaßen","doi":"10.1007/s00132-025-04634-7","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00132-025-04634-7","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Hallux valgus, also known as a bunion, is one of the most frequent deformities of the forefoot. The prevalence is 23% in people between the ages of 18 and 65 years and 36% in people over 65 years of age. Hallux valgus deformity normally begins between the ages of 30 and 60 years. Women are overall more frequently affected than men. Hallux valgus is characterized by the valgus deviation of the big toe and the varus deviation of the first metatarsal bone (MT-I), also known as metatarsus primus varus. This deformity can lead to a pressure point on the medial MT‑I head due to shoe conflict and can restrict mobility. Hallux valgus is typically identifiable by a physical examination. Imaging techniques are important to assess the severity of the deformity and to rule out possible differential diagnoses, such as hallux rigidus. Hallux rigidus is a degenerative change of the first metatarsophalangeal joint (MTP‑I joint) and the second most common cause of pain in the MTP‑I joint. A combination of hallux valgus and hallux rigidus is not uncommon. The treatment of hallux valgus initially focuses on nonsurgical approaches such as wider shoes, orthoses and nocturnal splints. If conservative treatment is not effective, surgical treatment provides a proven therapeutic benefit. In recent years minimally invasive techniques have also made progress in foot surgery. In addition to the reduced soft tissue trauma, the extra-articular approach in particular shows a significant advantage. This article provides a current overview of hallux valgus by addressing five widespread myths.</p>","PeriodicalId":74375,"journal":{"name":"Orthopadie (Heidelberg, Germany)","volume":" ","pages":"491-502"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143660015","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"[Guideline for the treatment of patellofemoral cartilage defects/arthrosis].","authors":"Christoph Becher, Michael T Hirschmann","doi":"10.1007/s00132-025-04644-5","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00132-025-04644-5","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The treatment of patellofemoral joint cartilage defects/osteoarthritis of the knee offers a range of treatment options. With help of an algorithm, decision-making for the most suitable treatment approach is supported. Correction of malalignment and attention to patellar instability is key for successful treatment. Furthermore, the defect size, influencing factors such as \"age\" and prior treatments play an important role in choosing the most appropriate operative treatment option. In addition to the typical cartilage repair procedures, mini implants are used to treat localized damage. In the case of advanced osteoarthritis, there is the option of isolated patellofemoral replacement with an inlay or onlay prosthesis.</p>","PeriodicalId":74375,"journal":{"name":"Orthopadie (Heidelberg, Germany)","volume":" ","pages":"413-424"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143671986","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Alec Voordeckers, George Avram, Natalie Mengis, Laszlo Toth, Matthias Koch, Michael T Hirschmann, Elias Ammann
{"title":"[Knee arthroplasty in isolated patellofemoral osteoarthritis : A critical review of the best options].","authors":"Alec Voordeckers, George Avram, Natalie Mengis, Laszlo Toth, Matthias Koch, Michael T Hirschmann, Elias Ammann","doi":"10.1007/s00132-025-04654-3","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00132-025-04654-3","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Isolated patellofemoral osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease of the knee joint that may cause disabling pain and functional limitations. When conservative therapy has failed, arthroplasty can significantly improve the quality of life and mobility of affected patients. In such cases, it is important to select the most suitable implant for the patient on an individual basis. This article discusses the decision-making process between patellofemoral arthroplasty, total knee replacement, and bicondylar replacement without patellar resurfacing.</p><p><strong>Therapeutic options: </strong>Patellofemoral arthroplasty is mainly used in younger patients and, if implanted correctly, can lead to good results and a delay in the need for total knee replacement. In older patients with isolated patellofemoral osteoarthritis, total knee replacement is usually the preferred option due to its predictable good outcomes and a lower revision rate. In selected cases, particularly with severely thinned patella, retropatellar resurfacing should not be done.</p>","PeriodicalId":74375,"journal":{"name":"Orthopadie (Heidelberg, Germany)","volume":" ","pages":"466-472"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144058816","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}