Presentation
Fall onto the left knee. Edematous and painful knee.
Patient Data
Age: 30 years
Gender: Male
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There is a transverse fracture through the mid patella with separation/retraction of the fragments. Signs of local soft tissue edema and joint effusion. The reminder bone structures are preserved.
Case Discussion
Typical appearances of a transverse fracture in the mid patella.