Ortho Flashcards
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What is the treatment for a supracondylar distal humeral fracture?
A
Closed reduction with pin fixation vs casting only
–casting is performed if there is no to minimal displacement. If there is displacement, pin fixation is necessary
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Q
Falling onto an outstretched hand resulting in arm pain and inability to move the elbow should make you consider what type of fracture?
What type of injury is this fracture associated with?
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Distal supracondylar humeral fracture
Brachial artery injury
