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Alan Ruggles

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Jörg Auer

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Transverse and comminuted fractures

Definition

Transverse and comminuted fractures of the patella are characterized by severe lameness and inability to fix the injured stifle. Their occurrence is rare.
Comminuted fractures will typically have a combination of transverse and sagittal components.

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