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The patella, also known as the kneecap, is a thick, triangular bone located in the front of the knee. It protects the knee joint and allows the quadriceps femoris muscle to efficiently extend the leg. The patella articulates with the femur and is attached to the quadriceps tendon. It has anterior and posterior surfaces and can vary in shape, with some individuals having bipartite or multipartite patellae. The primary function of the patella is to increase the leverage of the quadriceps muscle and allow for

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