Presentation
Severe right knee pain and reduced range of motion over 3 weeks. History of patellar fracture fixation at the age of 14.
Patient Data
Age: 18
Gender: Male
From the case:
Broken cerclage wire
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Status post patellar fixation with K and cerclage wires. Fracture of proximal component of medial wire.
Small joint effusion and soft tissue swelling overlying patella also seen.