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Simultaneous, Isolated Traumatic Bilateral Patella Fractures.

Sandesh Madi¹, Monappa Naik¹, Sharath Rao¹

¹Department of Orthopaedics, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University, Manipal, India.

|May 25, 2016

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Simultaneous bilateral patella fractures are rare traumatic injuries. Surgical fixation and rehabilitation lead to good outcomes, but fracture type dictates treatment approach.

Keywords:

Bilateral Patellar Fractures Rehabilitation Tension Band Wiring Traumatic

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Orthopedic Surgery
Traumatology
Bone Biology

Background:

Simultaneous traumatic bilateral patella fractures are exceptionally rare in healthy individuals.
The patella's anatomical structure makes it susceptible to injury.
Few documented cases exist of isolated, simultaneous bilateral patella fractures.

Observation:

This report details a rare case of isolated, traumatic bilateral patella fracture.
The case presented with unusual fracture patterns.
A review of existing literature on similar injuries was conducted.

Findings:

Stable surgical fixation is crucial for treating simultaneous bilateral patella fractures.
A structured rehabilitation program is essential for optimal functional recovery.
The specific characteristics of the fracture pattern influence whether the patella can be salvaged or requires removal.

Implications:

This case highlights the importance of considering rare injury patterns in trauma patients.
Effective management involves tailored surgical strategies and post-operative care.
Understanding fracture morphology is key to achieving favorable functional results in complex patellar injuries.