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J Orthop Case Rep
; 13(12): 30-33, 2023 Dec.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-38162372
ABSTRACT
Introduction: Radial neck fractures in the pediatric age group account for 1% of all fractures in children. A completely displaced fracture with an angle >30° requires operative intervention. Case Report: An 11-year-old boy with Judet IVb radial neck epiphysiolysis 4 weeks old was managed by open reduction and internal fixation with K-wires. Conclusion: Anatomic reduction must be achieved in radial neck fractures to restore their function. Open reduction and internal fixation with K wires must be considered in patients with >30° angle of inclination, neglected fracture, and failure of closed reduction.