Partial excision of infrapatellar fat pad for the treatment of knee osteoarthritis.
J Orthop Surg Res
; 19(1): 631, 2024 Oct 07.
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ABSTRACT
AIMS:
Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) is a common degenerative joint disease characterized by pain and functional limitations. Current treatments offer symptomatic relief but do not address the underlying pathology. This study explores the role of the infrapatellar fat pad (IFP) in KOA and evaluates the efficacy of its partial arthroscopic excision.METHODS:
A retrospective review was conducted on 37 KOA patients who underwent partial IFP excision. Pain and function were assessed using the WOMAC and VAS scores, while MRI evaluations focused on cartilage health.RESULTS:
Significant postoperative improvements were observed in both pain and functional outcomes, with substantial reductions in WOMAC and VAS scores (P < 0.001). MRI findings demonstrated notable enhancements in cartilage integrity, reflected in significantly improved WORMS scores (P < 0.001).CONCLUSIONS:
Partial excision of the IFP significantly reduces pain and improves function in KOA patients, while also promoting cartilage health. These findings support the IFP's role in KOA pathology and highlight the potential benefits of targeted surgical intervention.Palavras-chave
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Artroscopia
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Tecido Adiposo
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Osteoartrite do Joelho
Limite:
Adult
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Aged
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
Idioma:
En
Revista:
J Orthop Surg Res
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J. orthop. surg. res
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Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research
Ano de publicação:
2024
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
China
País de publicação:
Reino Unido