Publications by authors named "A Rajaallah"

Introduction And Importance: Conditions mimicking tumors within the knee, such as arborescent lipoma and synovial chondromatosis, are generally benign yet closely linked to inflammatory or degenerative joint diseases. While each condition is commonly documented individually with osteoarthritis, their concurrent presentation within the same knee is extremely rare. This case report adheres to the SCARE 2023 guidelines (Sohrabi et al.

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Introduction And Importance: Chondrosarcoma of the manubrium sterni is an exceedingly rare localization of chondrosarcoma. Its treatment poses a significant therapeutic challenge due to the tumor's proximity to the mediastinal organs and the clavicles. This challenge is magnified when the inner ends need to be resected due to tumor contact with the sternoclavicular joints and, more critically, during the reconstruction of the thoracic wall.

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Introduction And Importance: The phenomenon of a floating patella or ipsilateral bifocal rupture of the extensor apparatus is an extremely rare injury, with few cases reported in the literature. The aim of this case study is to report an unprecedented event: the simultaneous trans-tendinous rupture of both quadriceps and patellar tendons in a young adult without predisposing factors, emphasizing the need for awareness in diagnosis and management, and suggesting a new avenue for research in prevention and rehabilitation.

Case Presentation: We report the case of a 35-year-old patient with no significant medical history, who experienced this injury following a sudden start in a sprint without prior warm-up.

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Introduction And Importance: Rupture of the extensor apparatus is a serious complication that can occur in a prosthetic knee. Bifocal extensor ruptures are rare and even more uncommon in adults.

Case Presentation: We report the case of an obese, diabetic, and hypertensive patient who underwent total knee arthroplasty two weeks previously and was admitted following a fall from her height for a rupture of the patellar tendon with release of the sutures.

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Introduction And Importance: Posterolateral knee dislocations are rare, complex injuries predominantly resulting from high-energy trauma. They present significant diagnostic and therapeutic challenges, crucial for maintaining long-term knee function and stability.

Case Presentation: We report the case of Mr.

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