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Revision as of 01:44, 13 July 2016
Humerus Fracture Management Table
Adult
| Fracture | Splint | Disposition |
| Proximal | Non-emergent, but many need surgery, refer to ortho vs ED consult | |
| Shaft |
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R/o neurovasc injury and compartment syndrome, but many need surgery, refer to ortho vs ED consult |
| Elbow Fracture (Adult) | Long arm posterior splint | R/o neurovasc injury and compartment syndrome, but many need surgery, refer to ortho vs ED consult |
| Olecranon |
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R/o neurovasc injury and comparment syndrome, refer to ortho w/in 24 hrs |
Pediatric
| Fracture | Splint | Disposition |
| Proximal | Non-emergent Ortho follow up | |
| Shaft | Non-emergent Ortho f/u | |
| Supracondylar | Long Arm Posterior Splint | Ortho consult for Type 2 or 3 |
See Also
Fracture management overview
- Upper extremity
- Torso
- Lower extremity
- Other