SplintER Series: Delayed pain in an injured knee

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Image 1. Case courtesy of Radswiki, Radiopaedia.org

A 26 year-old male presents with new medial right knee pain after twisting his knee playing soccer 3 weeks ago. His initial pain has since resolved.

What is your diagnosis? What examination findings should you expect? What associated diagnoses should you assess for? What is your management in the emergency department?

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