Post Operative Functional Outcome of Modified Tension Band Wiring in Patients with Transverse Fracture of Patella

Aim: To determine the post operative functional outcome (range of motion) in patients with transverse fracture of patella managed with tension band wiring. Study design: It was a descriptive cross sectional survey. Duration: From 20th December 2008 to 25th June 2011. Settings: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, DHQ Hospital, Bhakkar. Material and methods: A total of 30 patients were included in the study to determine the post operative functional outcome in patients with transverse fracture of patella managed with tension band wiring. Results: Majority of the patients were between 41-50 years 76.67% male patients and 23.33% were female, follow up at 3rd month revealed 36.67% were found with excellent range of motion, 56.67% were found with good, and 6.67% (n=2) were found with fair range of motion. Conclusion: The post operative functional outcome (range of motion) in patients with transverse fracture of patella managed with tension band wiring is found better.