Efficacy of K-wire tension band fixation compared with other alternatives for patella fractures: a meta-analysis

Efficacy of K-wire tension band fixation compared with other alternatives for patella fractures: a meta-analysis

Abstract Background To compare the efficacy and safety of K-wire tension band fixation (KTB) with other alternative approaches (cannulated screws, cable pin, and ring pin) for treatment of patella fractures by performing a meta-analysis. Methods PubMed and EMBASE databases were searched for all rele...

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Main Authors: Yinwang Zhang, Zhen Xu, Wuxue Zhong, Fuhai Liu, Jie Tang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-09-01
Series:Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research
Subjects:
K-wire tension band fixation
Patella fractures
Cannulated screws
Cable pin
Ring pin
Meta-analysis
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13018-018-0919-6

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