Biomechanical Comparison of Fixation Methods in Transverse Patella Fractures

Authors

• Thomas A. Scilaris, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine
• Jonathan L. Grantham, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine
• Michael J. Prayson, Wright State University - Main CampusFollow
• Michael P. Marshall, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine
• James J. Hamilton, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine
• John L. Williams, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1998

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Abstract

To compare monofilament wire versus braided cable for stabilizing transverse patella fractures using the modified AO tension band technique.

Repository Citation

Scilaris, T. A., Grantham, J. L., Prayson, M. J., Marshall, M. P., Hamilton, J. J., & Williams, J. L. (1998). Biomechanical Comparison of Fixation Methods in Transverse Patella Fractures. Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma, 12 (5), 356-359.
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DOI

10.1097/00005131-199806000-00011