Paediatric supracondylar humerus fractures.

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Abstract

[Indexed for MEDLINE] 2. Ugeskr Laeger. 2023 Jan 23;185(3):V03210206. Supracondylar humerus fractures in children. [Article in Danish] Andersen MJ(1). Author information: (1)Afdeling for Led- og Knoglekirurgi, Herlev og Gentofte Hospital. The supracondylar humerus fracture is the most common elbow fracture in children. All orthopedic surgeons involved in pediatric trauma will at some point have to treat this injury. Severity ranges from simple fractures to limb threatening injuries. An in-depth knowledge of this injury is key to a successful treatment outcome. This review describes the diagnostic approach and current concepts for treatment of pediatric supracondylar humerus fractures.