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Patella fracture
Through xray wanted to know whether casting immobilization would heal the injury or surgery is needed
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If you are able to raise leg without knee bending, than without surgery it will be fine..
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Considering the age it is better to go for surgery. If union gets delayed, then there may be the need for prolonged immobilization, that may aggravate knee stiffness
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Dr. Rahul Kumar Pandey
Orthopedic surgeon
10 yrs exp
Lucknow
Proper management depends on patient requirements and physical examination.Please get personal consult with orthopedic surgeon for proper evaluation.
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Dr. Vilas P Chavan
Orthopedic surgeon
9 yrs exp
Pune
Better to go for Surgery and Early Mobilization
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