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Editorial
. 2015 Dec;31(12):2430.
doi: 10.1016/j.arthro.2015.09.006.

Editorial Commentary: Arthroscopy Is Preferred Over Open Surgery for Patellar Tendonitis

James H Lubowitz
Editorial

Editorial Commentary: Arthroscopy Is Preferred Over Open Surgery for Patellar Tendonitis

James H Lubowitz. Arthroscopy. 2015 Dec.

Abstract

Jumper's knee is generally managed without surgery, but for patellar distal pole or midsubstance tendonitis (or tendinosis), if surgery is indicated, arthroscopic surgery is as effective as open, with faster return to play.

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