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  1. Patella - Wikipedia

    • The patella (pl.: patellae or patellas), also known as the kneecap, is a flat, rounded triangular bone which articulates with the femur (thigh bone) and covers and protects the anterior articular surface of the knee joint. The patella is found in many tetrapods, such as mice, cats, birds and dogs, but not in whales, or most reptiles. In humans, the patella is the largest ses… See more

    Structure

    The patella is a sesamoid bone roughly triangular in shape, with the apex of the patella facing downwards. The apex is … See more

    Function

    The primary functional role of the patella is knee extension. The patella increases the leverage that the quadriceps tendon can exert on the femur by increasing the angle at which it acts.
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    Clinical significance

    Patellar dislocations occur with significant regularity, particularly in young female athletes. It involves the patella sliding out of its position on the knee, most often laterally, and may be associated with extremely i… See more

     
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  2. Patellar dislocation - Wikipedia

    A patellar dislocation is a knee injury in which the patella (kneecap) slips out of its normal position. [5] Often the knee is partly bent, painful and swollen. [1] [2] The patella is also often felt and seen out of place. [1] Complications may include a …

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  5. Patella - Physiopedia

    The patella (derived from Latin means 'small plate') is a flat, inverted triangular bone, situated on the front of the knee joint. It is the largest sesamoid bone, developed in the tendon of the Quadriceps femoris, and resembles these …

  6. Patella: Anatomy, function and clinical aspects - Kenhub

    May 25, 2023 · Sagittal view of the knee joint showing the patellofemoral and tibiofemoral joints. The patella is also known as the kneecap. It sits in front of the knee joint and protects the joint from damage. It is the largest sesamoid bone …

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  8. The Patella - Surface Anatomy - Functions

    Jan 3, 2023 · The patella (kneecap) is located at the front of the knee joint, within the patellofemoral groove of the femur. Its superior aspect is attached to the quadriceps tendon and inferior aspect to the patellar ligament.

  9. Patella (Kneecap): Definition, Location, Anatomy,

    Dec 2, 2021 · Patella, commonly known as the kneecap, is the largest sesamoid bone of the body. It is located at the front of the knee like a cap, protecting the knee joint. It is characterized as a sesamoid bone as it remains embedded …

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