Vertical subluxation of the patella: an unusual feature of multiple epiphyseal dysplasia.
Abnormally shaped, usually double-layered, patellae are recognized as occurring in multiple epiphyseal dysplasia. The case described is unusual in that an associated defect appeared in the femur and resulted in mechanical symptoms.
Coates
C J
CJ
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
Williamson
D M
DM
Menelaus
M B
MB
D000293:Adolescent; D005269:Femur / Q000473:pathology; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000209:etiology* / Q000473:pathology / Q000503:physiopathology; D007719:Knee Joint; D008297:Male; D010009:Osteochondrodysplasias / Q000150:complications* / Q000473:pathology / Q000503:physiopathology*; D010329:Patella / Q000473:pathology / Q000503:physiopathology*