The patella (kneecap) is situated in the patellofemoral groove of the femur, at the front of the knee joint. The patellar ligament is linked to its inferior side, and the quadriceps tendon to its superior side.
It is the largest sesamoid bone in the body and is categorized as a sesamoid type bone because of its location within the quadriceps tendon. This article will examine the patella's anatomy, including its surface characteristics, physiological purposes, and clinical applicability. Although partial patellar resection and internal fixing methods have been described, fractures near the base of the patella typically don't need surgery 76-78 Only if the quadriceps apparatus is completely disrupted (i.e., the stifle cannot be extended), the fracture gap is greater than 5 mm on radiographs, an articular fragment is obviously misaligned, or the fragments can be felt under the skin should surgery be tried.
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