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Congenital Absence of the Patellae and Inferior Pubic Rami With Renal Hypoplasia: A Rare Case Report

Cilt: 6 Sayı: 1 29 Nisan 2026
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Congenital Absence of the Patellae and Inferior Pubic Rami With Renal Hypoplasia: A Rare Case Report

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The occurrence of multiple skeletal anomalies in the same individual is rare and generally reflects disruptions in common developmental pathways. In this case report, we aim to describe the anatomical implications and embryological relationships of the concurrent bilateral absence of the patellae and inferior pubic rami accompanied by renal hypoplasia. A 41-year-old male patient was evaluated using pelvic, chest, knee, hand, and foot radiographs, as well as chest and abdominopelvic computed tomography (CT). The findings were compared with standard anatomy and assessed in terms of bone morphology, muscle insertion points, lower limb biomechanics, and visceral organ development. Physical examination findings were also recorded. In addition, embryological and genetic mechanisms implicated in the development of the pelvis, patella, and kidneys were reviewed in the literature. Pelvic and knee imaging revealed bilateral absence of the inferior pubic rami and patellae. Spurlike prominences were also observed in the tibial diaphyses. Thoracic imaging demonstrated anterior sternal protrusion with rotation. Abdominopelvic CT showed hypoplasia of the right kidney. Radiographs of the hands and feet revealed significant findings. Physical examination identified pes planus and pectus carinatum. Our findings represents a rare skeletal phenotype with a probable embryological basis. Recognition of such developmental patterns is crucial for establishing an accurate diagnosis, guiding surgical planning, and providing appropriate genetic counseling.

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Destekleyen Kurum

None.

Etik Beyan

Ethical approval was not required for this case report. Written informed consent was obtained from the patient for participation and publication.

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None.

Kaynakça

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Ayrıntılar

Birincil Dil

İngilizce

Konular

Anatomi

Bölüm

Olgu Sunumu

Yayımlanma Tarihi

29 Nisan 2026

Gönderilme Tarihi

25 Kasım 2025

Kabul Tarihi

11 Şubat 2026

Yayımlandığı Sayı

Yıl 2026 Cilt: 6 Sayı: 1

Kaynak Göster

APA
Küçüker, M., Çekiç, E., Akdoğan, A. I., & Turamanlar, O. (2026). Congenital Absence of the Patellae and Inferior Pubic Rami With Renal Hypoplasia: A Rare Case Report. Güncel Tıbbi Araştırmaları Dergisi, 6(1), 7-12. https://doi.org/10.52818/cjmr.1829294
AMA
1.Küçüker M, Çekiç E, Akdoğan AI, Turamanlar O. Congenital Absence of the Patellae and Inferior Pubic Rami With Renal Hypoplasia: A Rare Case Report. GÜTAD. 2026;6(1):7-12. doi:10.52818/cjmr.1829294
Chicago
Küçüker, Merve, Erkan Çekiç, Aslı Irmak Akdoğan, ve Ozan Turamanlar. 2026. “Congenital Absence of the Patellae and Inferior Pubic Rami With Renal Hypoplasia: A Rare Case Report”. Güncel Tıbbi Araştırmaları Dergisi 6 (1): 7-12. https://doi.org/10.52818/cjmr.1829294.
EndNote
Küçüker M, Çekiç E, Akdoğan AI, Turamanlar O (01 Nisan 2026) Congenital Absence of the Patellae and Inferior Pubic Rami With Renal Hypoplasia: A Rare Case Report. Güncel Tıbbi Araştırmaları Dergisi 6 1 7–12.
IEEE
[1]M. Küçüker, E. Çekiç, A. I. Akdoğan, ve O. Turamanlar, “Congenital Absence of the Patellae and Inferior Pubic Rami With Renal Hypoplasia: A Rare Case Report”, GÜTAD, c. 6, sy 1, ss. 7–12, Nis. 2026, doi: 10.52818/cjmr.1829294.
ISNAD
Küçüker, Merve - Çekiç, Erkan - Akdoğan, Aslı Irmak - Turamanlar, Ozan. “Congenital Absence of the Patellae and Inferior Pubic Rami With Renal Hypoplasia: A Rare Case Report”. Güncel Tıbbi Araştırmaları Dergisi 6/1 (01 Nisan 2026): 7-12. https://doi.org/10.52818/cjmr.1829294.
JAMA
1.Küçüker M, Çekiç E, Akdoğan AI, Turamanlar O. Congenital Absence of the Patellae and Inferior Pubic Rami With Renal Hypoplasia: A Rare Case Report. GÜTAD. 2026;6:7–12.
MLA
Küçüker, Merve, vd. “Congenital Absence of the Patellae and Inferior Pubic Rami With Renal Hypoplasia: A Rare Case Report”. Güncel Tıbbi Araştırmaları Dergisi, c. 6, sy 1, Nisan 2026, ss. 7-12, doi:10.52818/cjmr.1829294.
Vancouver
1.Merve Küçüker, Erkan Çekiç, Aslı Irmak Akdoğan, Ozan Turamanlar. Congenital Absence of the Patellae and Inferior Pubic Rami With Renal Hypoplasia: A Rare Case Report. GÜTAD. 01 Nisan 2026;6(1):7-12. doi:10.52818/cjmr.1829294