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Paste graft
A paste graft is a technique of cartilage repair, using morcelised cartilage.
Patella
The patella is the kneecap, the bone sitting over the front of the knee. Plural = 'patellae'. Page updated May 2024 by Dr Sheila Strover (Clinical Editor)
Patella alta
In patella alta the kneecap rides too high up on the femur (thigh bone). This may make it liable to sublux or even dislocate. Page updated May 2024 by Dr Sheila Strover (Clinical Editor)
Patella baja
Patella baja is a kneecap that is positioned abnormally low in relation to the groove of the femur. It is also known as patella infera or infrapatellar contracture syndrome. Page content approved May 2024 by Dr Lars Blond (Knee Surgeon)
Patellae
Patellae is the plural of 'patella'.
Patella infera
In patella infera the kneecap (patella) rides too low down the femur (thighbone).
Patellar
Patellar is the adjective to describe things related to the patella.
Patellar alignment
Patellar alignment is the position of the kneecap relative to the groove in the underlying femur bone into which it slides when the knee is bent and straightened.
Patellar apprehension test
The patellar apprehension test is performed to confirm the doctor's suspicion of an underlying patellar instability, such as patellar subluxation or dislocation. Page updated May 2024 by Dr Sheila Strover (Clinical Editor)
Patellar brace
A patellar brace is a knee brace designed to stabilise or protect the kneecap.