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Abstract
We present a case of superior dislocation of the patella trapped by interlocked osteophytes. Unlike previous reports, in which the mechanism resulted from a blow to the inferior pole, it is postulated that increased load on the extensor mechanism, combined with patella alta and patellofemoral osteophytes, caused locking of the knee in extension.Entities:
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Year: 2000 PMID: 10990319 DOI: 10.1302/0301-620x.82b6.10483
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Bone Joint Surg Br ISSN: 0301-620X