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Symptomatic bipartite patella: three subtypes, three representative cases.

Shawn Werner1, Michael Durkan1, Jackson Jones1

  • 1Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, Oregon.

The Journal of Knee Surgery
|January 5, 2013
PubMed
Summary

Symptomatic bipartite patella, a condition with three subtypes (I, II, III), can be treated with various surgical options tailored to the specific location of the condition. This case series details these treatments.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic surgery
  • Knee anatomy
  • Patellofemoral joint disorders

Background:

  • Bipartite patella is a common condition where the patella fails to fuse, leading to potential pain.

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  • It is classified into three distinct subtypes: Type I, Type II, and Type III.
  • Symptomatic bipartite patella can significantly impact patient function and quality of life.