Supracondylar fracture

Case contributed by Mostafa Elfeky
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Fall on right upper limb while playing.

Patient Data

Age: 1 year
Gender: Male
x-ray

Supracondylar fracture with posteromedial displacement and joint effusion (elevated posterior fat pad). No soft tissue interposition seen. 

Case Discussion

This case represents type IIIa supracondylar fractures of the humerus according to Gartland classification. Prompt surgical management was recommended, by closed reduction and percutaneous pinning

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