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Year |
2004 |
|---|---|
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Question Number |
113. |
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Category |
Sports Medicine |
Question
A 45-year-old man who sustained a twisting injury to his flexed right knee while playing ice hockey is now unable to bear weight. Examination reveals a small knee effusion,
negative results on a Lachman’s test, increased lateral opening of 2 mm to 3 mm, and 4/5 ankle dorsiflexion strength. Radiographs are shown in Figures 31 a and 31 b. What is the best course of action?
1- Elastic compression bandage
2- Long leg cast
3- MRI
4- Closed reduction
5- Open reduction
Figures
Answer (click for answer)
4
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