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Patella

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The patella

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Patella Dysfunction

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SuturePlate™ II Patella Fracture Repair System

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Patellar Dislocations - Everything You Need To Know - Dr. Nabil Ebraheim

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What is Patellar Tendonitis (Jumper's Knee)?

The patella, also known as the kneecap, is a thick, circular-triangular bone which articulates with the femur and covers and protects the anterior articular surface of the knee joint. The patella is found in many tetrapods, such as mice, cats and birds, but not in whales, or most reptiles.
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