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X-ray is only required in patients who have an acute injury '''and''' one or more of the following: | X-ray is only required in patients who have an acute injury '''and''' one or more of the following: | ||
*Age >55 | *Age >55 | ||
Latest revision as of 21:48, 5 March 2025
Ottawa knee rules
X-ray is only required in patients who have an acute injury and one or more of the following:
- Age >55
- Isolated tenderness of the patella
- Tenderness at the fibular head
- Inability flex to 90 degrees
- Inability to walk 4 steps BOTH immediately after the injury and in the ED