Ankle patella: A report of a large accessory bone in the ankle: A case report

Abstract

Introduction: Sesamoids are ovoid bones with variable size and shape in the course of tendons, can be found in different parts of skeletal system. Case presentation: We report a case of 61-year-old woman in whom we observed a large accessory bone located in the anterior aspect of the left ankle joint. Since such accessory bones are found very infrequently, their presence may cause some diagnostic confusion. Conclusion: Regarding complaints in foot area one has to be familiar with such bones in order to make a correct diagnosis. é 2009 Salekzamani et al.; licensee Cases Network Ltd.