Abstract
The infrapatellar (Hoffa's) fatpad is an important structure within the knee, whose function and role are both poorly understood. This review explores the anatomy, neural innervation, vascularity, role in biomechanics, pathology, imaging (stressing the importance of dynamic ultrasound assessment) and treatment of disorders presenting within this structure.
MeSH terms
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Adipose Tissue / blood supply
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Adipose Tissue / innervation
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Adipose Tissue / pathology*
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Adipose Tissue / physiopathology
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Biomechanical Phenomena
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Humans
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Joint Diseases / pathology*
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Joint Diseases / physiopathology
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Joint Diseases / therapy
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Knee Joint / pathology
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Knee Joint / physiopathology
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging
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Patellofemoral Joint / pathology*
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Patellofemoral Joint / physiopathology