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Case Reports
. 2017:2017:9745025.
doi: 10.1155/2017/9745025. Epub 2017 Feb 22.

Knee Dislocation: A Case Report, Diagnostic Vascular Work-Up, and Literature Review

Matthijs R Douma  1 , Michael D Burg  2 , Björn L Dijkstra  1
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Case Reports

Knee Dislocation: A Case Report, Diagnostic Vascular Work-Up, and Literature Review

Matthijs R Douma et al. Case Rep Emerg Med. 2017.

Abstract

Knee dislocation is an uncommon, potentially limb-threatening, knee injury. Most often caused by high-velocity trauma, it can also result from low- or even ultra-low-velocity trauma. Rapid identification of the injury, reduction, and definitive management are necessary to minimize neurovascular damage. We present a case of rotatory anterolateral knee dislocation sustained during a twisting sports-related event. Special emphasis is placed on diagnosing vascular injuries associated with knee dislocations.

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Conflict of interest statement

The authors declare that there is no conflict of interests regarding the publication of this paper.

Figures

Figure 1
Figure 1
Dislocation of the left knee.
Figure 2
Figure 2
Anteroposterior and lateral radiographs showing anterolateral dislocation of the left knee.
Figure 3
Figure 3
(a) MRI showing a torn anterior cruciate ligament. (b) MRI showing medial collateral ligament injury and displacement of the lateral meniscus.
Figure 4
Figure 4
Algorithm of selective angiography approach in patients with knee dislocation (adapted from Boyce et al. [4]).
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