Patella

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The Patella, often called the Kneecap, protects the joint between the Femur and Tibia.  It begins ossification in early childhood between the ages of 2 and 4 and typically begins later for males than females.  It usually is fully developed by puberty.

  It usually is fully developed by puberty

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