Hernández JR, Rodríguez RR, García SAJ, Mosquera RMA, Gómez PMG

Language: Spanish
References: 5
Page: 436-438
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ABSTRACT

Patellofemoral disorders are common in athletes, especially those who participate in high-impact sports. A 19-year-old male, with no significant medical history, presented with knee pain following repetitive physical exertion. Magnetic resonance imaging revealed an increase in the T2-weighted signal in the subcortical region of the patella, suggesting intraosseous vascular alterations. This finding reflects transient subacute changes caused by biomechanical stress, which affects nutrient supply and triggers vasoregulatory responses. However, this increase in the T2 signal can also be confused with other pathologies, such as bone edema or stress fractures, emphasizing the importance of detailed clinical and radiological analysis for an accurate diagnosis.

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