K-wire fixations for supracondylar humerus fractures
AO Trauma Webinar
Different K-wire fixation for pediatric supracondylar fractures of the humerus
with Theddy Slongo and Jonathan SM Dwyer
Duration: 64 minutes
Learning outcomes:
- Explain the indication for K-wire fixation of pediatric supracondylar fractures of the distal humerus
- Recognize the importance of anatomical fracture reduction in achieving stable fixation
- Explain the three different K-wires fixation techniques
- Describe the advantages and disadvantages of the three different fixation techniques
- Recognize potential limitations in relation to fracture pattern for each of these techniques
- Anticipate, prevent and address complications of each of these techniques
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