Management of Large Osteochondral Fracture of the Patella in an Adolescent: A Rare Case Report
Introduction: Osteochondral fractures of the patella are rare injuries that can result from trauma or patellar dislocation, often affecting adolescents involved in sports. Case Report: This is the case report of a 15-year-old male presented on May 5, 2023 with a large osteochondral fracture of the p...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Indian Orthopaedic Research Group
2025-07-01
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| Series: | Journal of Orthopaedic Case Reports |
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| Online Access: | https://jocr.co.in/wp/2025/07/01/management-of-large-osteochondral-fracture-of-the-patella-in-an-adolescent-a-rare-case-report-2/ |
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| Summary: | Introduction:
Osteochondral fractures of the patella are rare injuries that can result from trauma or patellar dislocation, often affecting adolescents involved in sports.
Case Report:
This is the case report of a 15-year-old male presented on May 5, 2023 with a large osteochondral fracture of the patella. The patient was followed up for 2 years post-fixation.
Discussion:
We describe a case of a 15-year-old male who had sustained a large medial facet patellar osteochondral fracture while playing. The diagnosis was made with the help of an X-ray, MRI, and CT scan. Fracture fixation was done with a innovative technique of extra-articular K-wires and absorbable sutures.
Conclusion:
Early diagnosis and operative fixation can give excellent functional outcomes. |
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| ISSN: | 2250-0685 2321-3817 |