Evolution in the Management of Patella Fractures

Mahak Baid, Sid Narula, Jonathan R. Manara, William Blakeney

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    Abstract

    Patella fractures usually occur as a result of direct trauma to the anterior knee joint, indirect injury as a result of eccentric muscle contraction, or rapid knee flexion against a contracted quadriceps muscle. The patella functions as part of the extensor mechanism of the knee, where large forces are transmitted, and its subcutaneous nature has made treatment of patella fractures a challenge. In this review article, we evaluate how the management of these fractures has evolved over time and the advantages associated with the various treatment techniques. There are few comparative studies looking at the different treatment types for fractures of the patella, with the goal of achieving a functional extensor mechanism with low rates of post-traumatic arthritis and metal-work irritation.
    Original languageEnglish
    Article number1426
    Number of pages12
    JournalJournal of Clinical Medicine
    Volume13
    Issue number5
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 29 Feb 2024

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