An Usual Painful Bipartite Patella

Bipartite Patella

Bipartite Patella: MR imaging characteristics and frequency

Background: Bipartite patella has been described as a developmental variation, usually involving the superolateral aspect of the patella, in which peripheral, accessory ossification centers fail to fuse the with the main cartilaginous anlage as it ossifies [1]. It has been reported in 2 to 3 % of the population [2]. Occasionally, bipartite patella can be a source of anterior knee pain particula...

Successful Treatment of Painful Synchondrosis of Bipartite Patella after Direct Trauma by Operative Fixation: A Series of Six Cases

INTRODUCTION The patella is the largest sesamoid bone in the body and may have one (77%) or multiple (23%) ossification centres. Patellar and patellofemoral joint abnormalities are a common cause of anterior knee pain but symptomatic bipartite patella is an uncommon problem. CASE SERIES We report a series of six cases of painful synchondrosis in bipartite patellae, all in keen athletes follow...

Efficacy of surgical interventions for a bipartite patella.

Bipartite patella is a relatively rare phenomenon. This anomaly is typically asymptomatic but can become painful with overuse, strenuous activities, or trauma, which is why it is typically seen in a young, athletic population. Although nonsurgical management is the initial treatment, if symptoms persist, surgical intervention may be necessary. Multiple surgical options exist, such as excision o...

Arthroscopic Bony Resection for Treatment of Symptomatic Bipartite Patella

Bipartite patella is a common pathology, affecting 2% to 3% of the population. Usually these cases are bilateral and asymptomatic. However, a patient with a bipartite patella may complain of pain, which is most likely related to fragment mobility. Conservative treatment with physiotherapy, immobilization, and nonsteroidal drugs are encouraged during the initial 6 months following diagnosis. Thi...