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Dec 3, 2023 · Supracondylar Fractures are one of the most common traumatic fractures seen in children and most commonly occur in children 5-7 years of age from a fall on an outstretched hand. Diagnosis can be made with plain radiographs.
Dec 18, 2017 · A supracondylar fracture is an injury to the humerus, or upper arm bone, at its narrowest point, just above the elbow. Supracondylar fractures are the most...
Jun 24, 2024 · Mechanism. There are two types of supracondylar fractures: extension (95-98%) and flexion (<5%) types. Extension type supracondylar fractures typically occur as a result of a fall on a hyper-extended elbow. When this occurs, the olecranon acts as a fulcrum after engaging in the olecranon fossa.
May 16, 2021 · Supracondylar humeral fractures are a common paediatric elbow injury, but are almost never seen in adults. The peak age of incidence is 5-7 years. The most common mechanism of injury is falling on an outstretched hand with the elbow in extension (a small percentage occur from landing directly onto a flexed elbow).
Aug 4, 2023 · Identify neurovascular injuries associated with supracondylar humerus fractures. Describe the management of non-displaced and displaced supracondylar humerus fractures, including those with neurovascular compromise. Outline the long-term sequelae of these injuries, including deformity and remodeling potential.
The Supracondylar fracture of the humerus is a fracture of the distal end of the humerus just above the elbow joint. The transverse section of the shaft of the humerus is somewhat circular in shape which gets more flattered as it descends down to meet the distal end of the humerus.
Nov 25, 2023 · Supracondylar fractures are the commonest fracture at the elbow in pediatric patients. They result from force applied across the elbow, usually following a fall. The supracondylar region is the weakest point in the developing elbow and therefore is commonly injured.
A supracondylar fracture occurs through the thin part of the distal humerus above the level of the growth plate. Supracondylar fractures are initially divided into two types, depending on the direction of displacement of the distal fragment: Flexion-type (rare) - distal fragment is displaced anteriorly.
May 27, 2023 · A supracondylar fracture is when you fracture your humerus just above your elbow joint. Learn the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for this type of fracture.
Jul 26, 2021 · Supracondylar humeral fractures are widely considered the most common elbow fracture in children. Gartland classification plays a fundamental role in decision-making regarding management and prognosis.
