A tension band wire is a form of orthopaedic
internal fixation
Internal fixation is an operation in orthopedics that involves the surgical implementation of implants for the purpose of repairing a bone, a concept that dates to the mid-nineteenth century and was made applicable for routine treatment in the ...
method used to convert distraction forces into compression forces, promoting
bone healing.
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Olecranon fracture
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Patella fracture
A patella fracture is a break of the kneecap. Symptoms include pain, swelling, and bruising to the front of the knee. A person may also be unable to walk. Complications may include injury to the tibia, femur, or knee ligaments.
It typically res ...
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malleolar fracture
See also
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Orthopedic plates
References
Orthopedic surgical procedures
Orthopedic treatment
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