Abstract:The goal of this study is to evaluate both functional and radiological outcomes in olecranon fractures management with both techniques; intramedullary screw and tension band wiring. 30 patients, with olecranon fracture mayo type IIA, were randomly grouped into two groups, 15 in each group.Group 1: fixed by intramedullary screw and group 2: fixed by tension band wiring. By comparison between types of fixation, regarding post-operative complication (loss of elbow motion, infection, loss of reduction, delayed or … Show more
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