15-year-old male with right knee pain. No acute fracture or malalignment. No soft tissue swelling or joint effusion. The Insall Salvati ratio measures 1.3, suggesting patella alta. The patellar tendon appears grossly intact. This finding could be further evaluated with a dedicated MRI examination if clinically indicated.
Patella alta can be seen in patellofemoral instability, which could be further evaluated with a dedicated MRI examination if clinically indicated. 