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Pediatric Capitellum Fracture Fixation with Bio-absorbable K-wire.

Fawaz Mohammed Manu1, M Jyothi Prasanth1, Hijas Ismayil1

  • 1Department of Orthopaedics, Parco Hospital, Vadakara, Kozhikode, Kerala, India.

Journal of Orthopaedic Case Reports
|July 10, 2025
PubMed
Summary

Pediatric capitellum fractures are rare but can cause significant issues. This case highlights successful treatment with bio-absorbable K-wires, leading to excellent outcomes in a young patient.

Keywords:
Elbow Fractures CapitellarK-wiresPaediatric

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