Distal humerus fracture
In medical terms, the humerus is called humerus. This bone is located between the shoulder and the elbow.
The creation of irregular surfaces caused by this type of fracture disrupts the function of the elbow joint.
The probability of distal humerus fracture among all bone fractures is about 3 to 5%,
and the common complication of this type of fracture is; Radial nerve palsy has a probability of 2 to 17%.
Complications of distal humerus fracture
Among the adverse effects caused by this type of fracture, the following can be mentioned:
Infection in the elbow joint
Damage to the nerves and blood vessels around the elbow joint
Proper non-union of elbow fracture (this non-union may be due to excessive bone crushing, smoking, diabetes complications)
Limitation of elbow joint movements
Misplaced bone formation
Arthritis of the elbow joint and wear and tear of this joint
Humeral fracture treatment
The usual method for treating this type of fracture is plate fixation from the posterior aperture in open surgery.
This technique along with osteotomy is a standard method to fix this type of fracture.
If the fracture occurs without displacement, the method of splinting or plastering the arm
can be used for 4 to 6 weeks according to the diagnosis and prescription of the orthopedic surgeon.
