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Medical Conditions - Elbow Fracture

Elbow fractures usually involve the head of the ulnar bone which is felt as a bony projection at the elbow. It is known as the olecranon process and is very viable to fractures as it is placed very next to the skin. Falls or blows to the elbow may break the bone or get it displaced from its place. And one may need surgery or long-term immobilization to heal the fracture.

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What is the best treatment of choice for a displaced elbow in a 6-year-old kid?

Hello, Thank you for the reply. Yes, there are fractures of both the forearm bones and a fractured supracondylar bone of the humerus. I will recommend repeat X-rays of the elbow.

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