<prompt> All of the following are indications for open reduction and internal fixation of fractures except -Compound fractureUnsatisfactory closed reductionMultiple traumaIntra-articular fracture  <response>: In open reduction, fracture site is exposed and fracture is reduced directly under vision.Most of the time after open reduction, internal fixation is done.AbsoluteFailure of closed reductionDisplaced intra-articular fracturesSome displaced epiphyseal injuries type III and IVMajor avulsion fractures e.g., fracture of the patellaNon-unionRelativeDelayed union and malunionMultiple fracturesPathological fracturesWhere closed reduction is known to be ineffective e.g., fracture of the neck of the femur.Fractures with vascular or neural injuries. 