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Review
. 2018 May 7;15(2):726-731.
doi: 10.1016/j.jor.2018.05.027. eCollection 2018 Jun.

The Hoffa fracture: Coronal fracture of the femoral condyle a review of literature

Parth B Patel  1 , Nirmal C Tejwani  2
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Review

The Hoffa fracture: Coronal fracture of the femoral condyle a review of literature

Parth B Patel et al. J Orthop. .

Abstract

This article aims to provide a systematic review of the limited literature and clinical knowledgebase available on the Hoffa fractures. It is inclusive of the normal anatomy, pathology, diagnosis, treatment options comprising of non-operative and operative protocols, and postoperative findings.

Keywords: Condyle; Coronal; Femoral; Fracture; Hoffa; Lateral; Review.

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Figures

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Fig. 1
The Letenneur classification scheme for Hoffa fractures.
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Fig. 2
A computed topography image of the Hoffa fracture with (A) coronal and (B) sagittal planes depicting the lateral fragments.
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Fig. 3
AP and lateral radiographs showing Hoffa fragments.
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Fig. 4
(a) Medial and (b) lateral parapatellar incisions , and (c) illustrating the subvastus approach frequently used to prevent damage to quadriceps tendon .
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