Lateral patellar dislocation

Case contributed by Bruno Di Muzio
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Twisted knee while playing sport.

Patient Data

Age: 22-year-old
Gender: Male
x-ray

The patella is laterally dislocated. No evidence of fractures or femorotibial malalignment.

Case Discussion

Typical appearances of lateral displacement of the patella. 

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