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In a sunrise view x-ray how can you tell if there is patellar tilt? and can you see bone spurs

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Patellar: Tracking disorders are best imaged with dynamic MRI though i suppose marked tilt could be seen. Medial and lateral patellar facet joint narrowing and spur formation are not uncommon in relatively advanced osteoarthritis.

Dr Sheskier agreed

Answered 9/14/2014

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