A Severely comminuted fracture of the Patella that can not be reduced should be treated by:
Correct Answer: Patellectomy
Description: Patella Tube cast may be used Displaced transverse fracture Tension band wiring by K-wires and stainless steel (SS) wire Comminuted fracture At least proximal third of patella is intact--Paial patellectomy Severe comminution--total patellectomy
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