Osteotomy of olecranon. A, Preparation of hole for 6.5-mm cancellous screw. B, Incomplete osteotomy made with thin saw or osteotome. C, Osteotomy completed by fracturing bone. D, Lag screw (6.5 mm) and tension band wire fixation. This technique also is useful for internal fixation of olecranon fractures. SEE TECHNIQUE 1.109.