Patellar tendon rupture

Case contributed by Frank Gaillard
Diagnosis certain
x-ray

The patella is high-riding with avulsion fracture fragments from its inferior pole consistent with a patellar tendon rupture. 

Case Discussion

Patellar tendon rupture resulting in patella alta.

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