Presentation
Patient fell on his left arm. Presents with pain and reduced range of motion.
Patient Data
Age: 5 years
Gender: Male
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An undisplaced fracture of the lateral humeral condyle is seen. There is extensive soft tissue swelling and elbow joint effusion noted.
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Compared to the initial radiographs, a secondary displacement of the lateral humerus condylar fragment is seen.
Case Discussion
Lateral humeral condyle fractures are a type of pediatric elbow injury, commonly unstable due to the radial head pushing onto the capitellum. Therefore, secondary displacement of the fracture fragment is seen more frequently in these cases.