The Importance of Patellar Resurfacing in Total Knee Arthroplasty for Symptomatic Valgus Degenerative Deformity.

PURPOSE OF THE STUDY Patellar surface replacement during total knee arthroplasty is still a matter of discussion among orthopedic surgeons. The purpose of this study was to examine possible benefits of patellar surface replacement in selected patients with symptomatic degenerative valgus deformity. We have not found any studies in the literature that compare the results of patella management solely for valgus or varus knee deformity nor those that compare both.