Demographics:
20 years old, Female
Indication:
Patellar dislocation
Findings
- Lateral patellar subluxation with a mildly displaced avulsion fracture along the medial margin of the patella
- Moderate joint effusion
Diagnosis
Medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) avulsion fracture
Sample Report
Lateral patellar subluxation with a mildly displaced avulsion fracture along the medial margin of the patella at the site of MPFL attachment, likely related to transient lateral patellar dislocation.
Moderate joint effusion.
Joint spaces are maintained.
Discussion