Knee fracture- Lower Femur

Option 1. Plate and screw fixation

This is the gold standard treatment for distal femur fractures involving knee joint

Pros:
a. Early knee bending and rehabilitation can be done
b. No risk of damage to knee cartilage (compared to distal femur nail)

Cons:
a. Scar
b. May require a second surgery for implant removal

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