Complex supracondylar condyle fracture

Case contributed by Jeremy Jones
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Injury while playing football. Unable to straighten arm.

Patient Data

Age: 9 years
Gender: Male

Large elbow joint effusion secondary to a complex supracondylar and lateral humeral condylar fracture with posterior displacement of the distal humeral metaphysis.

Annotated image

Complex supracondylar and lateral humeral condyle fracture.

Case Discussion

Complex fracture of the elbow with components of supracondylar fracture and lateral condylar fracture. Operative intervention was required.

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