NON-CONVENTIONAL TRAUMATIC INJURIES OF THE UPPER EXTREMITY IN CHILDREN.

Abstract

Introduction: Upper extremity injuries are common in the pediatric population. However, combined injuries affecting multiple structures are less common and can involve both bony structures and vascular and neural components. Surgical treatment varies depending on the specific techniques required.

Methods: Four cases of floating elbow were evaluated with radiographic imaging. Three cases addressed the elbow injury first, followed by the forearm injury, and one involved a dislocation fracture. Evaluations included radiographic analyses. No postoperative complications were reported during follow-up.

Results: Four cases of floating elbow were described, and the techniques utilized resulted in no complications until the final follow-up. Restoration of extremity movement was observed in all children.

Conclusion: The percutaneous approach used in our study for bony injuries proved highly effective, resulting in normal extremity function. This approach differs from other studied methods where conservative treatment is not the most appropriate due to associated complications.