This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Fracture Management, Subject name: Orthopaedics
Surgical excision is contraindicated in: 
Select and explain. 
A. Olecranon process, B. Patella, C. Head of radius, D. Lateral condyle humerus
D: Lateral condyle humerus
Answer: D: Lateral condyle humerus 
Explanation: Lateral condyle of humerus is never excised because it forms the physeal region. Surgical excision 1. Done in comminuted fracture patella, olecranon and head radius (outer 1/3rd ). 2. Head and neck of femur are excised and replaced by prosthesis in fracture neck femur > 65 years of age. Excision is contraindicated in growth plate injury, e.g. Lateral condyle fracture.