Cyclic long‐term loading of a bilateral fixed‐angle plate in comparison with tension band wiring with K‐wires or cannulated screws in transverse patella fractures

Abstract

The bilateral fixed-angle plate and cannulated lag screws with anterior tension wiring preserved a constantly reduced fracture gap over 10,000 tensile cycles in contrast to modified anterior tension wiring, which exhibited significant widening of the gap after initial loading. Results of in vitro testing indicate that bilateral fixed-angle plates provide sustainable fixation stability offering a promising new option in the treatment for transverse patella fractures.