The studies included were of too little level of evidence to allow for data pooling or meta-analysis. There were too few studies on each surgical technique category to assess whether one is more effective than the rest. However, there is some evidence that the Chevron and Akin showed the most potential for improvement of the HVA and the Endolog for the IMA. An overall complication rate of 13% was obtained among all included studies. Appropriately powered randomized controlled trials, utilizing validated outcome measures, blinded assessors, and long-term follow up are needed to assess the efficacy of MIS techniques.

The 4-in-1 patellar realignment is a good procedure in paediatric and adolescent patients with recurrent patella instability. Satisfactory results were observed with a minimal complication and redislocation rate in our series.

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