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==[[Proximal humerus fracture (peds)]] ==
==[[Proximal humerus fracture (peds)]] ==
=== Background  ===
*Occurs predominantly during adolescence
*Proximal fractures classified using the Neer classification system based on number of component fractures
[[File:Prox humerus fracture.jpeg|thumbnail]]
=== Treatment  ===
*Depends on the age of the child and degree of displacement
**Ortho consult is needed to determine the best approach
=== Disposition  ===
*Slightly displaced fx: Sling and ortho f/u
*Displaced >30 degrees: may need closed reduction
== [[Diaphysis humerus fracture (peds)]] ==
== [[Diaphysis humerus fracture (peds)]] ==
=== Background ===
=== Background ===

Revision as of 05:42, 18 February 2015

Proximal humerus fracture (peds)

Diaphysis humerus fracture (peds)

Background

  • Uncommon
    • Consider abuse
    • Direct trauma: transverse fx
    • Violent rotation: spiral fx
  • Fracture fragment may injure radial nerve
    • Assess wrist extensors/supinators
    • Sensation of dorsoradial hand, thumb, and second digits

Treatment

  • Long-arm plaster splint

Disposition

  • Ortho f/u

See Also

Source

  • Tintinalli
  • Harwood Nuss
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