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Two patients with sleeve fractures of the patella and tibial tuberosity respectively are described. Our two cases demonstrate that the diagnosis can be difficult; patella alta and ossification in the patellar tendon are complications of conservative treatment. Early diagnosis and operative reduction and fixation are mandatory.
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Bruijn, J.D., Sanders, R.J. & Jansen, B.R.H. Ossification in the patellar tendon and patella alta following sports injuries in children. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 112, 157–158 (1993). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00449996
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