Statistical evaluation of complications of conservative of femoral shaft fractures in the growth period

ABSTRACT

This study included 250 children suffering from femoral shaft fracture admitted to Nelomrinl Hospital Chicago, USA. Their aged ranged from 1-17 years. All cases were subjected to general examination, local examination and measurement of the injured limb, examination of joints and radiological examination. Our results showed that below five years overgrowth is higher and decreases by advance in age. Regarding level of fracture, it was higher at the middle third, the commonest type being the transverse variety. We recommend the conservative management of such fractures