OVERVIEW

Patellofemoral Cartilage Pathology Diagnosis and Management: From Nonoperative to Arthroplasty is organized by American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM).

Expiration Date: 09/30/2026

Course Description:
This case-based course will review examining and diagnosing symptomatic patellofemoral cartilage pathology, technical tips and expected outcomes for cartilage restoration, indications and tips for adjunct procedures, and consideration for patellofemoral arthroplasty. Each case will be presented and treatment options discussed to elucidate the key history and physical exam findings, treatment strategies, and rehabilitation principles for returning patients to activity and sport. Both operative and nonoperative strategies will be reviewed. This course seeks to have a case-based comprehensive approach to the management of cartilage pathology in the patellofemoral joint.

Cases:
1. Evaluation and Non-Surgical Treatment for Patellofemoral Chondral Lesions
2. Cell-Based Cartilage Restoration in the Patellofemoral Joint
3. Osteochondral Allograft of the Patellofemoral Joint
4. Tibial Tubercle Osteotomy and Adjunctive Procedures
5. Patellofemoral Arthroplasty

Learning Objectives:
• To review history, exam, and imaging findings that indicate symptomatic cartilage pathology of the patellofemoral joint.
• To discuss indications, technical tips, post-operative management, and expected outcomes for patellofemoral cartilage restoration and arthroplasty.
• To understand the indications, appropriate use, technical tips, post-operative management, and expected outcomes for adjunct procedures in the setting of patellofemoral cartilage injuries.
• To describe the post-operative strategy and rehabilitation principles for returning patients to activity and sport after patellofemoral joint treatment.