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Pediatric Chronic Monteggia Fractures: Insights From a Comprehensive Review

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Monteggia fractures represent relatively infrequent injuries in the pediatric population, accounting for approximately 2% of all forearm fractures. However, the rate of missed diagnoses ranges from 30% to 50%, leading to the development of chronic Monteggia fractures in children. Chronic Monteggia fractures frequently result in elbow deformities and functional limitations, significantly impacting the patients' quality of life. The classification systems and treatment approaches for this condition are complex, and therapeutic strategies remain a subject of considerable debate. This review comprehensively examines the definition, incidence, etiology, classification, pathophysiological characteristics, diagnosis, treatment strategies, and prognosis of chronic Monteggia fractures in children. The aim of this study is to provide a reference for further research into the management of this challenging pediatric orthopedic condition.

Source: Pediatric Discovery

DOI: 10.1002/pdi3.70033

Authors: Gengze Li, Yuan Zhang

Institutions: Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Children's Hospital of Chongqing Medical University

Language: English

Topic: Elbow and Forearm Trauma Treatment

Subfield: Rehabilitation

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

Funder: National Natural Science Foundation of China