Arm Fractures Flashcards
Proximal humerus fractures:
Where does the fracture usually happen?
It usually happens with a FOOSH. What does this stand for? What age group is it commoner in?
They are usually stable non-displaced fractures. What is the main Rx then?
What is a complication of this fracture?
Proximal to the surgical neck
Fall on outstretched arm
Sling and early mobilisation
Axillary nerve injury
Distal humerus fractures:
It usually happens with a FOOSH. What does this stand for? What age group is it commoner in?
They can get median nerve palsy. What will they be unable to do?
What other complications can they get?
Fall on an outstretched arm
Children
Can’t make OK sign - inability to oppose or flex the thumb
Brachial artery injury
Compartment syndrome
Elbow fractures:
How do these happen?
A direct blow to a flexed elbow
Ulnar and radial shaft fractures:
ORIF is usually used to treat this in adults. What does this stand for?
Open reduction internal fixation
Clavicular fracture:
What cause this?
Rx is a sling!
What nerves could be damaged?
What vessels could be damaged?
What lung complications could take place?
Fall onto an outstretched arm - FOOSH
Brachial plexus
Subclavian arteries
Pneumothorax
