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Complications in Orthopaedics: Pediatrics

  • Joined: February 29, 2024
  • Articles: 42

Supracondylar Humerus Fractures

Introduction Supracondylar humerus (SCH) fractures are common injuries that account for 15% of all pediatric fractures. These injuries most commonly occur in children 5 to 7 years of age. The fractures are divided into extension- and flexion-type injuries, of which…

Proximal Humerus and Clavicle Complications

Proximal Humerus Complications Proximal humerus fractures in the pediatric and adolescent population are relatively rare, constituting less than 3% of all children’s fractures and accounting for 3% to 7% of physeal fractures. Nonoperative treatment is the standard of care in…