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Coronal plane fracture of the femoral condyles: anatomy, injury patterns, and approach to management of the Hoffa fragment

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Abstract

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The purpose of this article is to provide a review of coronal fractures of the femoral condyles, known as Hoffa fractures. This includes a review of the normal anatomy of the femoral condyles, examples of the injury, and postoperative imaging findings after surgical treatments.

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Knowledge of anatomy with related pathology, orthopedic trends, imaging findings, and complications, is important in assessing Hoffa fractures.

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    Eric A. White, George R. Matcuk, Aaron Schein, Matt Skalski, Geoffrey S. Maracek, Deborah M. Forrester & Dakshesh B. Patel

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White, E.A., Matcuk, G.R., Schein, A. et al. Coronal plane fracture of the femoral condyles: anatomy, injury patterns, and approach to management of the Hoffa fragment. Skeletal Radiol 44, 37–43 (2015). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00256-014-2015-2

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