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2008 Knee Extensor Mechanism Injuries MRI eMedicine Radiology
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Location: http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/401001-overview
Description: The extensor mechanism of the knee consists of the quadriceps muscle group, quadriceps tendon, patella, patellar retinaculum, patellar ligament, and adjacent soft tissues. Injuries to the extensor mechanism are common and consist of chronic degenerative injuries, overuse injuries, and acute trauma.Timothy J Mosher, MD Updated: Dec 16, 2008
Type: Reference Material
Author/Contact: Timothy J Mosher, MD
Institution: eMedicine
Primary Subject/Category:
- - OCOSH Classification: Investigations: Radiology - General: MRI
- - OCOSH Classification: Trauma: Leg Injuries: Knee Injuries
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