Minifragmentation plating for comminuted distal patella fractures. A report of three cases.
A new technique using a minifragmentation plate to assist in the open reduction and internal fixation of displaced, comminuted distal-pole patella fractures was used in three patients with good results. This technique adds to the choices of treatment available to the orthopaedic surgeon who manages these difficult fractures.
Tani
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Department of Orthopedics, West Virginia University, Morgantown.
Kurth
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D000328:Adult; D001860:Bone Plates; D005260:Female; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010329:Patella / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery; D011859:Radiography