Lateral patellar dislocation

Case contributed by Frank Gaillard
Diagnosis certain

Note: This case has been tagged as "legacy" as it no longer meets image preparation and/or other case publication guidelines.

mri

Typical pattern of bone edema in both the patella and lateral femoral condyle due to prior recent patellar dislocation. Mild joint effusion.

Case Discussion

Patient with patellar dislocation and reciprocal bone marrow edema. 

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