Patella fracture

Patella fracture

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Name = Patella fracture


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A patella fracture is a fracture of the kneecap. It is usually the result of a hard blow to the front of the knee. Treatment options for patella fracture include nonsurgical and surgical options, depending on the type of fracture.

External links

* [http://www.wheelessonline.com/ortho/fractures_of_the_patella Wheeless' Textbook of Orthopaedics: Fractures of the Patella]


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