ReviewEuropean journal of orthopaedic surgery & traumatology : orthopedie traumatologie2021
Overview of the contemporary management of supracondylar humeral fractures in children.
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- The role of autologous venous grafts in the management of vascular injuries associated with paediatric supracondylar humeral fractures: a systematic review.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2026Pooled it
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- Daytime vs. Nighttime Surgery for Pediatric Supracondylar Humerus Fractures: A Retrospective Cohort Study.Journal of clinical medicine · 2026Article
- Clinical application of unilateral intramedullary K-wire occupying technique for flexible reduction in pediatric supracondylar humeral fractures.Frontiers in surgery · 2026Article
- The medial-first approach in unstable pediatric supracondylar humerus fractures: association with reduced need for additional exposure and improved cosmetic outcomes.Ulusal travma ve acil cerrahi dergisi = Turkish journal of trauma & emergency surgery : TJTES · 2026Article
- Dual tension band wiring for adolescent supracondylar fractures of the humerus: mechanical assessment and a clinical series.European journal of orthopaedic surgery & traumatology : orthopedie traumatologie · 2025Article
- Radiographic identification method of safe medial pinning zone and its clinical efficacy in pediatric supracondylar humeral fracture fixation.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2025Article
- Paediatric supracondylar humeral fractures: assessment and management.European journal of orthopaedic surgery & traumatology : orthopedie traumatologie · 2025Review
- Percutaneous pinning through the elbow joint versus cross-pinning for paediatric supracondylar humeral fractures: a retrospective analysis.European journal of orthopaedic surgery & traumatology : orthopedie traumatologie · 2025Article
- Supracondylar Dome Osteotomy for Post-traumatic Cubitus Varus in Children: A Retrospective Study.Cureus · 2025Article
- [Impact of surgical timing on effectiveness of closed reduction and percutaneous Kirschner wire fixation for pediatric supracondylar humerus fractures].Zhongguo xiu fu chong jian wai ke za zhi = Zhongguo xiufu chongjian waike zazhi = Chinese journal of reparative and reconstructive surgery · 2025Article
- Modern Treatment of Supracondylar Humeral Fractures in Children.Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
- Effectiveness of supracondylar dome osteotomy in reducing lateral condylar prominence and enhancing functional outcomes in pediatric cubitus varus: a retrospective study.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2025Article
- Median nerve lesions in pediatric displaced supracondylar humerus fracture: A prospective neurological, electrodiagnostic and ultrasound characterization.European journal of neurology · 2024Article
- Open Reduction and Fixation of Late-Presenting Pediatric Supracondylar Humeral Fractures: A Prospective Study.Orthopedic research and reviews · 2024Article
- Kirschner wire reconstruction of medial and lateral column periosteal hinge in the treatment of multidirectionally unstable supracondylar fracture of the humerus in children.European journal of medical research · 2023Article
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- 2D vs. 3D Ultrasound Diagnosis of Pediatric Supracondylar Fractures.Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Article
- [Reconstruction of medial and lateral column periosteal hinge using Kirschner wire to assist in closed reduction of multi-directional unstable humeral supracondylar fractures in children].Zhongguo xiu fu chong jian wai ke za zhi = Zhongguo xiufu chongjian waike zazhi = Chinese journal of reparative and reconstructive surgery · 2023Article
- Anterior approach versus posterior approach for the open reduction of displaced pediatric supracondylar humerus fracture.Journal of orthopaedics · 2023Article
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Abstract
purposeSupracondylar fractures are common injuries accounting for approximately 15% of all fractures in children with a large body of literature on this subject.
methodsThis article critically appraises the available evidence to provide an overview of the treatment options including the role and timing of surgery, the geometry of wire fixation and the management of nerve and arterial injury.
conclusionManagement decisions are based on a number of considerations particularly fracture stability. Closed reduction and percutaneous K-wire stabilisation are commonly recommended for an unstable displaced fracture. These techniques are however associated with the potential for iatrogenic neurological injury. Vascular injury is also rare but must be recognised and treated promptly to avoid significant permanent morbidity.
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