[Analysis of effects of arthroscopic treatment for recurrent patellar dislocation by lateral patellar retinacular release outside the synovial bursa of knee joint combined with reconstruction of medial patellofemoral ligament].

Objective: To introduce an arthroscopic technique in managing recurrent dislocation of the patella and its clinical results.

Methods: Sixteen patients with recurrent patellar dislocation were reviewed, including 3 males and 13 females. The average age was 17.