Aims. Reconstruction of soft tissues and preservation of the extensor mechanism integrity provide a major challenge following resection of the proximal tibia tumours. We propose a novel surgical technique for neopatellar ligament reconstruction using hamstring tendon in proximal tibia tumour cases. This study details the surgical technique, early clinical and radiological outcomes, and the potential long-term benefits of this innovative reconstructive approach following proximal tibia megaprosthesis implantation. Methods. This study included 15 patients with proximal tibia tumours treated at orthopaedic oncology unit in Gujarat Cancer and Research Institue (GCRI), Ahmedabad, India. Surgical procedures included resecting the proximal tibia tumour, implanting a megaprosthesis, and using hamstring tendons to reconstruct the extensor mechanism by the neopatellar ligament. Autologous hamstring tendons (gracilis and semitendinosus) harvested from the ipsilateral leg were used and these tendons were braided together with a nonabsorbable suture and threaded through the remaining patellar tendon. The braided tendons were then secured to the holes in the tibial tuberosity of the proximal tibia megaprosthesis implant XLO (Ortho Life Systems, India) using nonabsorbable fibre wire sutures FiberWire (Arthrex, USA). The tension in the tendons was optimized and the sutures were tightened with the knee in full extension and the implant with neopatellar ligament were covered by medial gastrocnemius muscle flap. The mean follow-up period was 19 months (13 to 24), the mean age of the study group was 24.6 years (14 to 44), and it included 11 males and four females. Results. The histopathological diagnosis was osteosarcoma (eight patients), Ewing’s sarcoma (four patients), and giant cell tumours (three patients). The mean surgical duration was 3.2 hours (2.5 to 4.2) and the mean blood loss was 250 ml (150 to 450).Wound infection was found in three cases, which was managed with debridement and antibiotics. None of the patients had a local recurrence at the latest follow-up. The mean active knee flexion was 92° (85° to 105°), with an extensor lag of 4.6° (0° to 10°). The mean patella height preoperatively was 4.5 cm (4.3 to 5.1), with a patella tendon length of 4.7 cm (4.3 to 5.68). The mean preoperative patella height-to-patella tendon length ratio was 0.96 (0.89 to 1.02). Postoperatively (at 12 months), the mean patella tendon length was 4.4 cm (4.1 to 5.1), with a patella height-to- patella tendon length ratio of 1.04 (1 to 1.14). Follow-up radiological examinations showed that the neopatellar tendon had integrated satisfactorily, with no obvious signs of graft rupture or elongation.The mean Musculoskeletal Tumor Society score was 24 (22 to 27). Conclusion. This study presents Salunke’s Gujarat Cancer and Research Institute (GCRI) novel approach using hamstring tendons for neopatellar ligament reconstruction in proximal tibia megaprosthesis which successfully restores the knee's extensor mechanism. This technique provides an effective reconstructive option and preserving flexion, extension, and minimizing extensor lag. Additionally, the surgical steps are easily reproducible. Early radiological evaluations in this study demonstrated no evidence of patella alta or baja, though long-term follow-up is recommended. Cite this article: Bone Jt Open 2025;6(3):342–351

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The proximal tibia (PT) is the anatomical site most frequently affected by primary bone tumours after the distal femur. Reconstruction of the PT remains challenging because of the poor soft-tissue cover and the need to reconstruct the extensor mechanism. Reconstructive techniques include implantation of massive endoprosthesis (megaprosthesis), osteoarticular allografts (OAs), or allograft-prosthesis composites (APCs).

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This study aimed to investigate the relationship between changes in patellar height and clinical outcomes at a mean follow-up of 7.7 years (5 to 10) after fixed-bearing posterior-stabilized total knee arthroplasty (PS-TKA).

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Multiligament knee injuries (MLKI) are devastating injuries that can result in significant morbidity and time away from sport. There remains considerable variation in strategies employed for investigation, indications for operative intervention, outcome reporting, and rehabilitation following these injuries. At present no study has yet provided a comprehensive overview evaluating the extent, range, and overall summary of the published literature pertaining to MLKI. Our aim is to perform a methodologically rigorous scoping review, mapping the literature evaluating the diagnosis and management of MLKI.

Recognized anatomic variations that lead to patella instability include patella alta and trochlea dysplasia. Lateralization of the extensor mechanism relative to the trochlea is often considered to be a contributing factor; however, controversy remains as to the degree this contributes to instability and how this should be measured. As the tibial tuberosity-trochlear groove (TT-TG) is one of most common imaging measurements to assess lateralization of the extensor mechanism, it is important to understand its strengths and weaknesses. Care needs to be taken while interpreting the TT-TG value as it is affected by many factors. Medializing tibial tubercle osteotomy is sometimes used to correct the TT-TG, but may not truly address the underlying anatomical problem. This review set out to determine whether the TT-TG distance sufficiently summarizes the pathoanatomy, and if this assists with planning of surgery in patellar instability.

Cite this article: Bone Jt Open 2022;3(3):268–274.

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This study aimed to evaluate whether an enhanced recovery protocol (ERP) for arthroplasty established during the COVID-19 pandemic at a safety net hospital can be associated with a decrease in hospital length of stay (LOS) and an increase in same-day discharges (SDDs) without increasing acute adverse events.