In fracture of the olecranon, excision of the proximal fragment is indicated in all of the following situations except :
High-Yield Explanation
Indications of proximal fragment excision in olecranon fracture :
Old ununited fracture.
Nonarticular fractures.
Open fractures with soft tissue viability questionable.
Fractures with extensive comminution (ORIF not possible).
Fractures in elderly.