Classification, diagnostics and anatomical considerations in knee dislocations. In Rotatory knee instability: An evidence based approach. (Book Chapter)

September 28, 2016 By:
  • van Oldenrijk J
  • Seil R
  • Jackson W
  • Dejour D.

Knee dislocations are rare but challenging injuries. This review describes the diagnostic work-up of knee dislocations. It covers the classification of knee dislocations, the initial assessment during the first hours, the secondary assessment during the first 2 weeks and anatomical considerations. Determining a treatment strategy after knee dislocations requires recognizing the severity of the injury, specifying the extent and location of all damaged structures and understanding their combined effect on joint kinematics.

2016 Sep. Musahl V, Karlsson J, Kuroda R and Zaffagnini S, eds. Cham: Springer, 2017. p.175-189. ISBN 978-3-319-32070-0.
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