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Question

An athlete suffers a fracture as shown in the Knee X-ray below. How is this fracture managed?

A. Tension band wiring

B. Compression plating

C. Internal fixation

D. K-wire fixation

 

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Correct Answer » A

Explanation

Ans: A. Tension band wiring

(Ref Apley 9/e 087-888)

  • X-ray shows displaced transverse fracture of patella – Treated by tension band wiring.
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