Functional outcome after lower limb periprosthetic fractures.

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[Indexed for MEDLINE] Conflict of interest statement: Disclosure supplements form This paper is part of a supplement supported by the Hungarian Trauma Society. 3. J Knee Surg. 2025 Nov;38(13):652-655. doi: 10.1055/a-2376-6721. Epub 2024 Jul 31. Patella Fractures after Total Knee Arthroplasty. Swartz G(1), Albana M(2), Dubin JA(1), Hameed D(1), Bains SS(1), Mont MA(1), Delanois RE(1), Scuderi GR(2). Author information: (1)LifeBridge Health, The Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Baltimore, Maryland. (2)Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Lenox Hill Hospital, Northwell Orthopaedic Institute, New York, New York. Periprosthetic patella fractures are a rare complication that can lead to severe disability following total knee arthroplasty (TKA). There are several factors that increase the risk of this injury, including patient comorbidities, anatomic considerations, and surgical technique. With these factors limiting healing ability in the area, periprosthetic patellar fractures can pose a major challenge to treat, with potentially lasting morbidity for affected patients. These fractures can occur at any time following TKA and are classified based on their associated implant stability and disruption of the extensor mechanism using the Ortiguera and Berry classification system. Each of the three types of fractures can be managed in their own unique way; however, outcomes remain poor, and the complication rates remain high regardless of fracture type. This article provides an overview of the current literature and the recommended management of periprosthetic patella fractures. Thieme. All rights reserved. DOI: 10.1055/a-2376-6721