Conclusion: Open reduction and internal fixation is recommended in all cases of displaced fractures of the lateral condyle of the humerus presenting at up to 12 weeks post injury. However, the results become poorer with increase in duration after injury and the grade of displacement. To avoid complications it is important to carry out careful dissection of the soft tissue attachments and to mobilize the fragment without the use of force. (Source: Table of Contents : Indian Journal of Orthopaedics : 2007 – 41(1)) MedWorm Message: Watch the new MedWorm demo and find out how to get all the very latest, relevant, organized information daily!
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Late presentation of fractures of the lateral condyle of the humerus in children