This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Orthopaedics
[{'content': 'All of the following are indications for open reduction and internal fixation of fractures except - \nSelect and explain. \nA. Compound fracture, B. Unsatisfactory closed reduction, C. Multiple trauma, D. Intra-articular fracture', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': 'Answer: A \nExplanation: In open reduction, fracture site is exposed and fracture is reduced directly under vision.\nMost of the time after open reduction, internal fixation is done.\n\nAbsolute\n\nFailure of closed reduction\nDisplaced intra-articular fractures\nSome displaced epiphyseal injuries (type III and IV)\nMajor avulsion fractures e.g., fracture of the patella\nNon-union\n\nRelative\n\nDelayed union and malunion\nMultiple fractures\nPathological fractures\nWhere closed reduction is known to be ineffective e.g., fracture of the neck of the femur.\nFractures with vascular or neural injuries.', 'role': 'assistant'}]