Authors
Filomena Morgillo, Vitantonio Digennaro, Alessandro Panciera, Lorenzo Benvenuti, Nilo Carbone, Riccardo Ferri, Simone Ottavio Zielli, Cesare Faldini
Published in
Musculoskeletal surgery. Sep 06, 2026. Epub Sep 06, 2026.
Abstract
Despite advancements in understanding and treating anterior knee pain linked to lower limb torsional deformities, a definitive consensus on diagnostic criteria, clinical indications, and therapeutic strategies for "miserable malalignment syndrome" remains elusive. This systematic review synthesizes current research to unify understanding of this complex condition. Findings highlight varied definitions and surgical approaches, underscoring standardization challenges. This systematic review aimed to synthesize current research to provide a more unified understanding of this complex condition. While studies report favorable anatomical correction and symptomatic relief, inconsistent clinical outcome scores and limited long-term follow-up hinder robust comparisons. Conservative measures are often ineffective due to underlying mechanical imbalance; surgical interventions, primarily derotational osteotomies of the femur and/or tibia, offer the most direct anatomical correction. However, optimal level, extent, and timing of these osteotomies-whether single or double level, staged or simultaneous-are debated. Liße et al.'s proposed diagnostic criteria offer a valuable step towards standardized identification of true miserable malalignment syndrome. Future research, particularly robust multi-center studies with standardized outcome measures, is critically needed to establish clearer, evidence-based guidelines, ultimately improving patient care and long-term outcomes for this challenging condition.
PMID:
42701950
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