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Ipsilateral proximal and flexion supracondylar humerus fracture with an associated olecranon fracture in a 4-year-old child: a case report

Fracture supra-condylienne et proximale de l’humérus chez une enfant de 4 ans

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Isolated supracondylar fractures of the humerus are relatively common in children, often occurring after a fall on an outstretched hand. The combination of a supracondylar fracture with a proximal humerus fracture and olecranon fracture is a very rare occurrence and its optimal management is unclear. We report a child of 4 years of age who underwent fixation of these injuries with a good outcome. This case is reported for its rarity and its management. Complete diagnostic evaluation is imperative to avoid missed injuries and achieve satisfactory outcome.

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Les fractures supra-condyliennes isolées de l’humérus sont relativement fréquentes chez les enfants, souvent provoquées par une chute sur la main en extension. La combinaison d’une fracture supra-condylienne avec une fracture proximale de l’humérus et d’une fracture de l’olécrane est une éventualité vraiment très rare et le traitement optimal n’est pas très clair. Nous rapportons le cas d’une enfant de 4 ans qui fut traitée par ostéosynthèse avec un bon résultat. Ce cas est rapporté pour sa rareté et pour son traitement. Une évaluation diagnostique complète est impérative pour éviter la négligence d’une lésion et avoir un résultat satisfaisant.

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Gul, A., Sambandam, S. Ipsilateral proximal and flexion supracondylar humerus fracture with an associated olecranon fracture in a 4-year-old child: a case report. Eur J Orthop Surg Traumatol 16, 237–239 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00590-006-0085-0

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