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We present a rare case of open lateral condyle Hoffa’s fracture with concurrent patellar intra-articular dislocation, quadriceps rupture and posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) avulsion. The early adolescent male sustained these injuries in a road traffic accident. Diagnostic evaluation and a multidisciplinary approach guided treatment decisions. The patient underwent single-stage open reduction and internal fixation for the lateral condyle Hoffa’s fracture and quadriceps tendon repair, while conservative management was chosen for the PCL avulsion. At the 1-year follow-up, the patient exhibited improved knee function.
This case underscores the management of complex knee injuries and contributes to understanding unique injury patterns, enhancing patient care.
- Knee injuries
- Tendon rupture
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Contributors The following authors were responsible for drafting of the text, sourcing and editing of clinical images, investigation results, drawing original diagrams and algorithms, and critical revision for important intellectual content: AB, KM and SS. The following authors gave final approval of the manuscript: AB, KM and SS.
Funding The authors have not declared a specific grant for this research from any funding agency in the public, commercial or not-for-profit sectors.
Case reports provide a valuable learning resource for the scientific community and can indicate areas of interest for future research. They should not be used in isolation to guide treatment choices or public health policy.
Competing interests None declared.
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