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Patellar tendon rupture--is it serious?
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Yes: It is a significant knee injury it will need to be surgically repaired and then immoblized for 6-8 weeks to allow healing. If it is not repaired, it will be difficult to walk especially on stairs.
Answered 6/16/2019
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