AO/OTA classification of distal humeral fractures

Case contributed by Andrew Murphy
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AO/OTA classification of distal humeral fractures ranging from simple to complex

Case Discussion

The AO classification system breaks the distal humeral fracture into three major sections:

  • A extraarticular 
  • B Partial articular
  • C Complete articular

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