Gross Anatomy USMLE Step 1 Practice Question
A 28-year-old man presents after a motor vehicle collision in which his flexed knee struck the dashboard. He reports knee pain and instability. Vital signs show BP 128/82 mmHg, HR 92/min, RR 16/min, and temperature 37°C. Physical examination demonstrates posterior displacement of the tibia relative to the femur on drawer testing. Anterior cruciate ligament examination is negative. Knee X-rays show no fracture. Which of the following structures is most likely injured?
Answer choices
- AMedial collateral ligament
- BAnterior cruciate ligament
- CLateral collateral ligament
- DMedial meniscus
- EPosterior cruciate ligamentCorrect answer
- FIliotibial band
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