Dislocated Extensor Mechanism in a Child With Bilateral Absent Patella Without Other Congenital Abnormalities.
case_report · Level V
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- Record sourced from PubMed, PMID 37713636.
- Also identified by DOI 10.5435/JAAOSGlobal-D-23-00117 and PMC identifier 10508448.
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Abstract
A 10-year-old boy presented with bilateral absent patella and dislocation of the extensor mechanism in the left lower extremity. He underwent a lateral release and medial plication of the extensor mechanism with a Roux-Goldthwait procedure, followed by casting and bracing treatment. The patient fully recovered with a return to sports and improved active range of motion. Bilateral absent patella without other congenital anomalies is an exceedingly rare condition and can be accompanied by a dislocation of the extensor mechanism. Treatment should address functional limitations, including extensor mechanism dislocation, when present.
Medical subject headings
- Joint Dislocations
- Lower Extremity Deformities, Congenital
- Musculoskeletal Abnormalities
Anatomy
- knee