Congenital Absence of the Patellar Tendon: A Report of 2 Cases.
Brittany E HawsJames O SandersP Christopher CookPublished in: JBJS case connector (2021)
Soft-tissue reconstruction of the patellar tendon led to satisfactory outcomes, providing active knee extension and improved ambulation in both cases. In cases of significant superior migration, multiple procedures may be required to mobilize the patella to an appropriate position.