[Current concepts in pediatric lateral humeral condyle fractures]

Ugeskr Laeger. 2022 May 9;184(19):V12200939.
[Article in Danish]

Abstract

Lateral humeral condyle fractures account for 10-20% of all paediatric elbow fractures. Diagnosis is made on plain radiographs; however, their interpretation is a challenge. Diagnostic MRI is used to apply the Song classification. Song stage 1-3 are managed conservatively while stage 4 and 5 are treated surgically. Closed reduction is attempted, and arthrography is used for verification. Unsuccessful reduction results in open surgery. Based on the literature, this review describes a modern algorithm for treating this injury resulting in more conservatively managed cases and less need for open surgery.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Elbow Joint* / diagnostic imaging
  • Elbow Joint* / surgery
  • Fracture Fixation, Internal / methods
  • Humans
  • Humeral Fractures* / diagnostic imaging
  • Humeral Fractures* / surgery
  • Humerus
  • Radiography
  • Retrospective Studies