What is the treatment modality for the following fracture?
Correct Answer: Tension band wiring
Description: Image shows patellar fracture. Tension band wiring is also used for: Patellar fracture Olecranon fracture Medial malleolus fracture Tension band wire are loop of wires passed around two bony fragments and then tightened to compress the fragments together. External fixation is done by using screws and is applicable to the tibia and pelvis. Indications of TBW: Fracture patella Fracture olecranon Fracture medial malleolus Fracture greater tuberosity Fracture greater trochanter
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