Ligaments - Patellar
3 important questions on Ligaments - Patellar
What is the femoropatellar ligament?
It is the ligament that attaches the patella to the tibia. It prevents the mediolateral translation of patella.
What is the parapatellar cartilage?
It is a fibrocartilaginous extension of the patella that helps the patella engage the femoral trochlea for the stifle locking mechanism
What are the three patellar ligaments that are found in large animals?
1. Medial patellar ligament
2. Middle patellar ligament
3. Lateral patellar ligament
2. Middle patellar ligament
3. Lateral patellar ligament
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