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Utilization of Ultrasound for Diagnosis of Patellar Tendon Rupture in the Emergency Department

…complained of significant superior lateral knee pain and swelling, as well as difficulty moving his leg due to pain. On exam, he had notable swelling and tenderness of the left knee, particularly along the superior aspect of the patella. After controlling his pain with intravenous medications, he was able to flex at the hip but was unable to extend his lower leg at the knee or to perform a straight leg raise….

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