Radial neck fractures in children: A surgical tip using the Metaizeau technique to improve stability of the reduction.

ABSTRACT:

Aim

To evaluate early results of management of radial neck fractures with Métaizeau technique in the paediatric age group and to elaborate on a surgical tip to improve stability of the fixation.

Method

A retrospective analysis of 21 patients, with fracture radial neck, who underwent closed reduction and internal fixation with elastic intramedullary nailing (Métaizeau technique), was performed. Mean age at injury was eight years, and the average follow-up was 4.5 months (range: 3-6 months). Follow up Clinical and radiological evaluation was performed at first and sixth postoperative weeks. At six weeks following removal of the nail, a clinical assessment was conducted to record the outcomes, and any later follow-up was arranged based on pain and range of motion.

Results

SUBMITTER: Yallapragada RK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6919370 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jan-Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature