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Research Paper | Orthopaedic Surgery | India | Volume 12 Issue 4, April 2023 | Popularity: 4.8 / 10

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A Study of Functional Outcome of Hoffa Fracture Fixation with Corticocancellous Screws

Dr. M. B. Lingayat, Dr. Prashant Bansode, Dr. Ahmad Beary

Abstract: Aim: To analyse the radiological and functional outcomes of patients after surgical treatment of hoffa fractures of femoral condyle using CC screws. Materials and method: In this prospective study 15 cases were included which were treated with CC screws. Active knee mobilization exercises were started immediately on post operative day 1. Partial weight bearing started on 4-6 weeks progressed to full weight bearing after 12 weeks. Final results were assessed by Letteneur standards. Results were graded as excellent, good, general and poor. Conclusion: based on our observation Hoffa fracture fixation by 2 or more CC screws is viable option.

Keywords: Hoffa's fracture, CC screw, Letteneur standard

Edition: Volume 12 Issue 4, April 2023

Pages: 670 - 674

DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.21275/SR23319195135

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