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Arthroscopic trochleoplasty for patellar instability

  • Interventional procedures guidance
  • Reference number: IPG474
  • Published:  23 January 2014

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Medical terms explained

Cartilage
Gristly tissue that covers the end of the bones, acting as a shock absorber.

Ligament
A tough band of tissue that joins bones together.

This page was last updated: 01 January 2014


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