A Randomized Comparative Study of Functional and Radiological Outcome of Tension Band Wiring for Patella Fractures Using SS Wire Versus Fiberwire.

Background: Patellar fractures account for 1% of all skeletal injuries. Tension band wiring using SS wire has been the most commonly practiced procedure. Although this has shown good results, many patients experience hardware related problems like pain, irritation and prominence which necessitate it's removal.