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The pink pulseless hand.

David Simms Ruch1, Charles N Seal, L Andrew Koman

  • 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Medical Center Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC 27157-1070, USA. druch@wfubmc.edu

Journal of the Southern Orthopaedic Association
|January 24, 2003
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Management of a pink, pulseless upper extremity after humerus fracture reduction is debated. This case study reviews treatment, findings, and literature for pediatric supracondylar humerus fractures.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Orthopedics
  • Traumatology
  • Surgical Management

Background:

  • Type III supracondylar humerus fractures are common pediatric injuries.
  • Post-reduction pulselessness in a pink extremity presents a management dilemma.

Observation:

  • A 6-year-old presented with a pink, pulseless hand after fracture reduction and pinning.
  • Initial evaluation included neurovascular assessment and imaging.

Findings:

  • Operative findings revealed potential intimal injury or external compression.
  • The patient underwent successful vascular exploration and repair.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the importance of vigilant monitoring for vascular compromise.

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  • Recommendations for operative management in similar pediatric cases are discussed.