http://www.appliedradiology.com RSS Feed on Applied Radiologyhttp://www.appliedradiology.com//Issues/1999/08/Articles/Avulsion-fractures-about-the-knee--Review-of-clinical-presentations-and-imaging-findings.aspxAvulsion fractures usually result from excessive muscular contraction during athletic activities; occasionally they are caused by severe blunt trauma. Because these injuries often are associated with internal derangement and instability of the knee, early diagnosis is essential. This pictorial essay shows the range of conventional radiographic findings in avulsion fractures about the knee.Thursday, 21 Sep 2000 14:38:45 GMT