Coronal fractures of the patella are an uncommon occurrence as compared to transverse fracture of the patella. We present a case of comminuted displaced fracture of the patella with disruption of the patellofemoral articulation which was treated with cancellous screws. Immediate mobilisation and active physiotherapy was started. The scope of the study was to identify the pattern of patella fracture, treat it accordingly and return to the patient the near normal knee motion so as to decrease the dependency of the patient on others for her activities of daily living. X rays and CT scans were used to identify the pattern of the fracture, which revealed a comminuted pattern of patella fracture and the decision to operate was taken.
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