The aim of the present review is to systematically analyse the current literature about gender
differences in hip or knee cartilage composition and degeneration, to help explaining how …

Objective The aim of the present study was to determine physiological reference values for
the morphology of the patella and to analyse these parameters according to patella position …

Background: Quadriceps tendon (QT) autografts with and without a bone block are the least
studied and least used options for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery. In …

Background Nail-patella syndrome (NPS) is a rare autosomal dominant disorder that is
characterized by dysplasia of the nails, hypoplasia and/or dislocation of the patella and the …

Purpose To measure the safe range of angles during tunnel drilling and map ideal patella
tunnel placement with the use of preoperative computed tomography (CT) scan and …

Purpose Midpole patellar fractures are traditionally fixed with an “11-8” metal tension band
construct. However, this technique is rife with implant-related complications. This study aims …

In the morphometry of the patella, there are several naturally occurring variations. Few
studies have focused on these anatomical differences among the Egyptian population. The …

Background: Patella resists taphonomic conditions and is commonly found as a complete
bone after death. Thus, it gained attention as an identification tool, particularly with the …

As a form of degenerative arthritis, Knee Osteoarthritis is the most prevalent, resulting in the
deterioration and degeneration of soft tissue and connective tissue. Knee arthroplasty is …

Patellofemoral disorders and extensor mechanism dysfunction are common causes of knee
pain and lifelong disability if untreated. All ages including young are frequently affected due …