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What is the function of the oblique retinacular ligament?

1) Stabilizes the patella and prevents lateral dislocation
2) Provides flexibility and allows movement of the knee joint
3) Connects the quadriceps tendon to the patella
4) Supports the ligaments and tendons surrounding the knee joint

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Final answer:

The oblique retinacular ligament is not related to the knee ligaments mentioned; it is involved in the coordination of finger extension, not knee joint stabilization.

Step-by-step explanation:

The function of the oblique retinacular ligament is not explicitly mentioned within the provided information. However, in the context of the knee joint, the information provided discusses various ligaments such as the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL), and the collateral ligaments, which serve to stabilize the knee and prevent hyperextension, as well as supporting the knee when it is flexed. The oblique retinacular ligament, not described here, is part of the finger's extensor mechanism, linking the distal interphalangeal joint to the proximal interphalangeal joint and facilitates coordination of finger extension. Thus, the options provided related to knee support are not related to the oblique retinacular ligament; therefore, none of the options listed accurately describe the function of the oblique retinacular ligament.

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