A 16-year-old boy presented to the emergency department with gradually worsening pain and swelling in his left knee. He was experiencing locking of the knee, stiffness, and effusion. He reported these symptoms to the physician after sustaining a loading and twisting injury playing football. Patient complaints: He had symptoms of stiffness, swelling, and locking. On a pain scale of 1 to 10, he experienced a level 8 stabbing pain.
Medical history: He was experiencing left anterior knee pain from one year that had been worsening over the past two months. Physical examination: Radiographs and MRI revealed the defect of the medial femoral condyle and multiple loose bodies. ##Disclaimer## The content provided on Docplexus is intended for educational purposes only. While we strive to ensure its accuracy, we make no warranties, explicit or implied, about the suitability, reliability, or…
