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Distal radius-ulna fractures in children
Gurpal S Pannu1, Marty Herman1
1Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Pediatrics, Drexel University College of Medicine, 230N Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA.
Abstract:
Fractures involving the distal radius and ulna are commonly seen in children and adolescents. Management of these injuries in pediatric patients should include assessment of the neurovascular status of the extremity, associated soft-tissue injury, and, most importantly, possible involvement of the physes of the radius and ulna. Treatment of these injuries may vary from simple casting and radiographic follow-up to urgent reduction and surgical fixation. Regardless of the initial treatment plan, the treating surgeon must remain aware of the potential for both early and late complications that may affect outcomes.
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