Hoffa fracture of the lateral femoral condyle

Case contributed by Ammar Haouimi
Diagnosis certain

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Road traffic accident 1 month ago.

Patient Data

Age: 25 years
Gender: Male
This study is a stack
Sagittal
PD fat sat
This study is a stack
Sagittal
T1
This study is a stack
Coronal PD
fat sat
This study is a stack
Axial PD
fat sat
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The MRI sequences demonstrate a slightly displaced posterior, intra-articular fracture of the lateral femoral condyle with extensive bone marrow edema and joint effusion. Note an associated fibular head fracture.

Menisci, cruciate and collateral ligaments appear intact.

Case Discussion

MRI features of Hoffa fracture of the lateral femoral condyle with associated fibular head fracture.

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