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Daniel T Miles1, Matthew L Graves, Clay A Spitler
1School of Medicine (D.T.M.) and Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation (M.L.G., C.A.S., and P.F.B.), University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, Mississippi.
Nonlocking plates failed to stabilize a comminuted patellar fracture due to extensor mechanism forces. This case highlights the need for fixation methods that convert tensile forces into compressive forces for better patellar fracture healing.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic surgery
- Biomedical engineering
- Trauma care
Background:
- Patellar fractures are common knee injuries.
- Open reduction and osteosynthesis are standard treatments.
- Nonlocking plates are sometimes used for patellar stabilization.
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