Haematogenous Osteomyelitis of the Patella: Report of Three Cases

Authors

  • J. Vaninbroukx
  • M. Martens
  • M. Verhelst
  • J. C. Mulier

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3109/17453677608988738

Abstract

Three cases of osteomyelitis of the patella are reported. One presented as an acute septic arthritis and another developed a sterile arthritis despite antibiotics. The clinical signs, diagnosis and treatment are discussed. Treatment with rest and antibiotics failed to cure the disease. in all three cases a sequestrectomy was carried out resulting in healing of the affected patella and recovery of knee mobility.

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Published

1976-01-01

How to Cite

Vaninbroukx, J., Martens, M., Verhelst, M., & Mulier, J. C. (1976). Haematogenous Osteomyelitis of the Patella: Report of Three Cases. Acta Orthopaedica, 47(5), 566–569. https://doi.org/10.3109/17453677608988738