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♦ Differentiate multipartite patella from fracture
♦ Non-operative treatment results satisfactory if extensor mechanism intact
♦ Avoid total patellectomy if possible
♦ Modified AO technique allows tension wires to be placed through cannulated screws
♦ Results of dislocation independent of duration of immobilization
♦ Osteochondral fractures should be either removed or internally fixed.
♦ Differentiate multipartite patella from fracture
♦ Non-operative treatment results satisfactory if extensor mechanism intact
♦ Avoid total patellectomy if possible
♦ Modified AO technique allows tension wires to be placed through cannulated screws
♦ Results of dislocation independent of duration of immobilization
♦ Osteochondral fractures should be either removed or internally fixed.
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Subjects:
Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery
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Surgical Skills
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