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Edoardo Monaco¹, Giorgio Bruni¹, Matt Daggett²

¹Sant'Andrea Hospital, University of Rome La Sapienza, Roma, Italy.

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Summary

This study presents a surgical technique for transverse patellar fractures using high-resistance tape instead of traditional metallic implants. This approach aims to reduce complications associated with symptomatic hardware after knee surgery.

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Area of Science:

Orthopedic Surgery
Traumatology
Biomaterials

Background:

Transverse patellar fractures are common knee injuries requiring surgical fixation for optimal extensor mechanism function and osteoarthritis prevention.
Current surgical treatments often utilize metallic implants, which can lead to complications like symptomatic hardware.
Restoring patellar integrity is crucial for knee function and long-term joint health.

Purpose of the Study:

To describe an alternative surgical technique for transverse patellar fractures.
To present the use of high-resistance tape (FiberTape) and a tensioner as a substitute for metallic implants.
To offer a potential solution for reducing hardware-related complications in patellar fracture treatment.

Main Methods:

Surgical technique description for transverse patellar fracture fixation.
Utilizing a high-resistance tape (FiberTape; Arthrex) for fracture stabilization.
Employing a specialized tensioner (Arthrex) to achieve adequate fracture reduction and fixation.

Main Results:

The described technique offers an alternative fixation method for transverse patellar fractures.
Potential to mitigate complications associated with traditional metallic implants.
Focuses on restoring patellar integrity using non-metallic materials.

Conclusions:

The FiberTape technique provides a viable alternative for treating transverse patellar fractures.
This method may reduce the incidence of symptomatic hardware complications.
Further clinical evaluation is warranted to assess long-term outcomes and efficacy compared to traditional implants.