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Recurrence of symptoms may indicate the presence of a Morel-Lavallée lesion of the knee: A case report and literature review

Year: 2023

Type: article

Abstract: Case: An 81 year old male with four failed aspirations presented with recurrent knee swelling following irrigation and debridement, which suggested the presence of a Morel-Lavallée lesion (MLL). This diagnosis was intraoperatively confirmed by separation of the tissue layers forming a space with accumulated fluid. Treatment consisted of doxycycline sclerodesis and tight closure of the tissue layers. The patient had a satisfactory outcome at 4 months. Conclusion: Resolution of Morel-Lavallée lesions requires prompt recognition and appropriate treatment. In the presence of a different diagnosis, recurrence of symptoms following treatment may indicate an MLL. Surgical treatment with doxycycline sclerodesis resulted in resolution of symptoms.

Source: Trauma Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.tcr.2023.100842

Authors: John J. Heifner, Tyler M. Small, Yitzak M. Fox, Robert Ogg, Arturo Corces

Institution: Liberty University

Language: English

Topic: Case Reports on Hematomas

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $910