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Pellegrini-Stieda Lesion
Medical Questions » Pellegrini-Stieda Lesion
| Name: Pellegrini-Stieda Lesion |
| Also known as: |
| Inflammation of the ligament on the inside of the knee that attaches the lower end of the femur (thigh bone) to the top end of the tibia (main lower leg bone) at the point where it attaches to the femur. Bone may form
in the ligament. |
Causes of Pellegrini-Stieda Lesion
Injury to the knee, usually in the form of a blow to the side of the knee. |
Symptoms of Pellegrini-Stieda Lesion
Pain, swelling and tenderness at the point where the ligament attaches to the femur above the inside of the knee. |
Tests for Pellegrini-Stieda Lesion
X-ray shows bone formation in ligament. |
Treatment for Pellegrini-Stieda Lesion
Physiotherapy, ultrasound to affected area, strengthening and mobilizing exercises, and injections of a steroid around the ligament at monthly intervals.
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Complications of Pellegrini-Stieda Lesion of its treatment
None significant. |
Likely Outcome of Pellegrini-Stieda Lesion
Responds well, but slowly, to treatment. |
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