Plating of Patella Fractures: A Novel Technique Utilizing Multiplanar Fixation

Fractures of the patella present unique challenges to surgeons and patients alike. As surgical knowledge and technique has advanced, management of these injuries has evolved from non-operative care or patellectomy to anatomic reduction and internal fixation. Currently, tension band constructs are the most common method of fixation, but anterior knee pain and implant related problems have become accepted as an expected consequence of treatment. Further, this technique often fails to address inferior pole comminution commonly seen in these injuries.
Source: Operative Techniques in Orthopaedics - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Source Type: research