Simulation of realistic patella fractures: an investigation into the mechanism and potential benefit for surgical training
The study highlights the significance of using specimens with realistically induced fracture patterns in surgical education. Given that patella fractures are relatively rare and limit direct clinical exposure, realistic fracture models are invaluable for understanding these conditions. These models enhance surgical training, enabling both novice and experienced surgeons to refine their skills and effectively adapt to new surgical techniques.
Authors
- Sebastian Wegmann (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7617-8740)
- Jannik Leyendecker (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0002-4439-4702)
- Tim Leschinger (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1319-6949)
- Andreas Harbrecht (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9951-7629)
- Maximilian Weber (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6681-5286)
- Lars-Peter Mueller
Institutions
- University of Cologne (DE)
- University Hospital Cologne (DE)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Knee Surgery and Related Research
- Published
- 2025-07-14
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s43019-025-00281-6
- Primary Topic
- Bone fractures and treatments
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00