Osteochondral fractures of the knee in skeletally immature patients: Short term results of operative fixation using Omnitech screws

Abstract

Purpose : Osteochondral fractures in skeletally immature patients are rare. A retrospective case series is reported looking at the use of Omnitech compression screws for these injuries. Method : Nine patients with a mean age of 14 were included in the study with a mean follow up of 26 months. Results : The average KOOS, IKDC and Tegner Lysholm Scores were 86.7, 90.34 and 96.1 respectively. Conclusion : The use of Omnitech screws in the acute setting for skeletally immature patients shows excellent short-Term outcomes.