Patella Collection

Anatomy of human knee joint

Coloured X-ray of a human knee joint
Knee joint. Coloured X-ray of a healthy human knee joint. Two bones meet at the knee forming a joint that works like a hinge

Diagram of the bones of the right leg and hip
Diagram of the bones of the right leg, showing the joint with the pelvis at the hip

Knee joint with cruciate ligaments

Bovie used to cut through retincaculum, and clean up femur of Displaced patellar knee
Detail, Anatomy, Diagram, Muscle, Illustration, Bone, Cutting, Equipment, Injury, Medical, Tool, Biology, Femur, Surgery, Knee, Torn, Fractured, Meniscus, Cut Out, White Background, Vertical

Illustration of the anterior knee, articular surface meniscus
anatomy, body part, bone, cartilage, close-up, color image, femur, fibula, front view, human body part, human bone, human joint, human knee, illustration, joint - body part, knee, patella, meniscus

limpet colony on rock - United Kingdom, Scotland, Moray, Lossiemouth

Human skeletal system, front view

Anterior view of human skeletal system, with labels

Anatomy of male human skeleton, side view and perspective view

Fossil Mososaurus skull and fish palates
Fossil skull of an extinct Mososaurus found at Mstricht 1, and palates of extinct fish 2-5. Mascella del Mososauro trovata a Maestricht, Palati di differenti specie di pesci ignoti

Blue-rayed limpet, Patella pellucida (Brown patella, Patella fusca). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Various shell specimens
Whelk, Buccinum undatum 1, Noahs ark, Arca noae 2, noble pen shell, Pinna nobilis 3, Tusus brevis 4, Caltrop murex, Murex tribulus 5, Admiral cone, Conus admiralis 6, volute, Voluta arenata 7

Shells and seaweed on the shore
Sea snail, Haustellum haustellum 1, black and white cone, Conus ebraeus 2, Episcopal miter, Mitra mitra 3, dog conch, Laevistrombus canarium 4, limpet, Patella scutellaris 5, and rosy razor clam

Skeleton of an Eagle, after Milne-Edwards (engraving)
966625 Skeleton of an Eagle, after Milne-Edwards (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Skeleton of an Eagle, after Milne-Edwards)

Blue-rayed limpet (Patella pellucida) Guillaumesse, Sark, British Channel Islands

X-ray view of a naked woman walking, with skeletal bones superimposed

Naked woman laying down with skeletal bones superimposed
Medical illustration of a naked woman laying down on floor with skeletal bones superimposed

Male human skeleton in dynamic posture, front view

Anatomy of male human skeleton, front view and back view

3D rendering of a naked woman walking, with skeletal bones superimposed

Front view of human skeleton in fighting stance, isolated on white background

Front view of a human skeleton posing, isolated on white background

Front view of human skeleton waving goodbye, isolated on white background

X-ray view of a woman sitting on floor with skeletal bones superimposed
X-ray view of a naked woman sitting on floor, with skeletal bones superimposed

Male human skeleton in dynamic posture, rear view

Anterior view of human skeletal system

X-ray view of a woman laying down with skeletal bones superimposed
X-ray view of naked woman laying down on floor with skeletal bones superimposed

Front view of human skeleton meditating, isolated on white background

Human knee cutaway illustration
Cutaway illustration of human knee showing detailed side and front views

Female standing, with skeletal bones superimposed, front view
3D rendering of a naked female standing, with skeletal bones superimposed, front view

Human skeleton praying on his knees, isolated on white background

Anatomy of male body with half skeleton and half muscular system
Anatomy of male body with half skeleton and half muscular representations

Radiologist examining knee MRI scans C014 / 1300
MODEL RELEASED. Radiologist examining knee MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scans

Healthy knee, CT scan C018 / 0413
Healthy knee. Coloured frontal computed tomography (CT) scan projected on to a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of the knee of a 30 year old

Knee bones
Knee joint. Computer artwork of a healthy knee joint, seen from the side. The knee is the largest joint in the body. It is formed by the articulation of the femur (thigh bone)

Extinct fossil fish Thryssops, and shells Patella papyracea, Inoceramus gryphoides.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany

Variety of tropical shells including Patella, Fissurella, Calyptraea, Pileopsis, Dentalium.. Handcolored engraving from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire Universel d Histoire Naturelle

Anatomy of human bone marrow

Detail of human knee showing insertion of arthroscopic instruments

Front view of human skeletal system

Woman doing gymnastics on the floor, with skeleton superimposed

Front view of human skeleton meditation, isolated on white background

Anatomy of human thigh muscles, anterior view

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The patella, also known as the kneecap, is a vital component of the human knee joint and can be seen clearly in a coloured X-ray of a human knee joint, standing out amidst the surrounding bones. In a diagram depicting the bones of the right leg and hip, the patella is highlighted as an essential part of this intricate system. When it comes to medical procedures involving the patella, precision is key. A bovie instrument is used to cut through retincaculum and clean up femur in cases where there is displacement or damage to this crucial bone within the knee joint. An illustration showcasing the anterior view of a knee provides insight into its articular surface meniscus. This detailed depiction allows us to understand how these structures work together for optimal movement and stability. Interestingly enough, even nature has its own version of "patella. " In United Kingdom's Scotland region lies Moray's Lossiemouth - home to a vibrant limpet colony on rocks. The blue-rayed limpet (Patella pellucida) thrives here, showcasing its unique adaptation that resembles our very own kneecap. Zooming out from specific anatomy studies, we can appreciate how integral the patella is within our entire skeletal system. Whether viewed from front or side angles with labels or depicted in perspective view alongside other male skeleton parts – it becomes evident that every bone plays an important role in maintaining our body's structure and function. To further highlight diversity across species, one might explore fossils like Mososaurus skull and fish palates. These remnants remind us that while humans have evolved complex anatomical systems such as our knees' intricate design including patellas – other creatures have their own fascinating adaptations too. Whether we examine it through medical images or delve into natural wonders like limpets or fossils – exploring various aspects related to "patella" brings about awe for both human anatomy and biodiversity.