Abstract
We compared the outcome of patella fractures fixed by biodegradable tension-band (B) with self-reinforced polyglycolide or self-reinforced poly-L-lactide plugs and polyester ligaments or by metallic tension-band (M) with Kirschner wires and metallic cerclage wire in a randomized study. 38 fractures (18 with B and 20 with M) were treated. The follow-up time was 24 (14-32) months. The fractures healed in all patients after a medium of 8 weeks. In the B group, the clinical outcome was good in 13, fair in 4, and poor in 1 patient. In the M group, the corresponding figures were 15, 3 and 2. There were no clinical or radiographic differences between the two methods. Patella fractures can be treated, successfully using biodegradable tension-band fixation with no need for a second operation to remove the implants after bone union.
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