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Pediatric radial head fracture: case report and literature review

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Elbow fractures in the pediatric population are uncommon, and when focusing on the location of the trauma, radial head fractures are the third most common type, leading to a less frequent clinical scenario.It has been observed that management strategies for this type of injury vary among authors regarding the degrees of angulation tolerated for conservative treatment, as well as the surgical techniques employed.We present a case of a 10-year-old patient with a Judet IV radial head fracture.This case emphasizes a surgical approach for fractures with angulation exceeding 30°, as well as the importance of a comprehensive preoperative evaluation and surgical planning to address intraoperative complications, aiming to ensure proper joint growth and functionality.

Source: Mexican Journal of Orthopedics

DOI: 10.24875/mjo.25000014

Authors: Fabian R. Mantilla-Angarita, María F. Ochoa-Ariza, Jaider A. Dávila-López, Andrea C. Gamarra-Patrón

Institution: Hospital Universitario de Santander

Language: English

Topic: Elbow and Forearm Trauma Treatment

Subfield: Rehabilitation

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W7168499759