Incidence of postoperative complications in patellar fractures related to different methods of osteosynthesis procedures - a retrospective cohort study.

Background: Patellar fractures have a comparatively low incidence compared to all fracture frequencies of the musculoskeletal system. However, surgical management is crucial to prevent postoperative complications that affect the knee joint. The purpose of the present study was to evaluate the incidence of postoperative complications and onset of postoperative osteoarthritis related to the chosen technique of patellar fracture management.

Outcome Evaluation of Distal Femoral Fractures Following Surgical Management: A Retrospective Cohort Study.

Background: Distal femur fractures are challenging in surgical management as the outcome is crucial for restoring the biomechanical stability and longitudinal axis of the leg and function of the knee joint.

Methods: A retrospective review of all distal femoral fractures treated in a level I trauma center over a decade was performed. The radiographs were reviewed for fracture entity, osseous healing, implant failure, mechanical axis, and degenerative joint changes.