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Case #11

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Demographics: 14 years old, Male
Indication: Knee injury

Case #11

Findings

  • Acute avulsion fracture of the tibial tuberosity with approximately 3 cm distraction and thickening/redundancy of the patellar tendon
  • Acquired patella alta
  • Small joint effusion

Diagnosis

Tibial tuberosity avulsion fracture

Sample Report

Acute avulsion fracture of the tibial tuberosity with approximately 3 cm distraction and thickening/redundancy of the patellar tendon. Acquired patella alta. Small joint effusion.

Discussion

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References

  • Gottsegen CJ, Eyer BA, White EA, Learch TJ, Forrester D. Avulsion fractures of the knee: imaging findings and clinical significance. Radiographics 2008; 28: 1755-1770.

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