Radial head and neck fractures are common elbow injuries caused most often by a fall on an outstretched hand that transmits axial force through the forearm to the elbow. In adults, radial head fractures are typically intra-articular and are classified using the Mason classification, with treatment ranging from early mobilization for minimally displaced fractures to open reduction, fixation, or radial head replacement for displaced or comminuted injuries. In children, fractures usually occur at the radial neck because the radial head is largely cartilaginous, and they are commonly classified by the Judet system based on angulation. Management in paediatric cases is mainly conservative for angulation less than 30°, while larger deformities may require closed reduction or minimally invasive fixation. Early diagnosis and appropriate management are important to prevent complications such as elbow stiffness, loss of forearm rotation, avascular necrosis, and radioulnar synostosis.
Radial head and neck fractures are common elbow injuries caused most often by a fall on an outstretched hand that transmits axial force through the forearm to the elbow. In adults, radial head fractures are typically intra-articular and are classified using the Mason classification, with treatment ranging from early mobilization for minimally displaced fractures to open reduction, fixation, or radial head replacement for displaced or comminuted injuries. In children, fractures usually occur at the radial neck because the radial head is largely cartilaginous, and they are commonly classified by the Judet system based on angulation. Management in paediatric cases is mainly conservative for angulation less than 30°, while larger deformities may require closed reduction or minimally invasive fixation. Early diagnosis and appropriate management are important to prevent complications such as elbow stiffness, loss of forearm rotation, avascular necrosis, and radioulnar synostosis.
Introduction Radial neck fractures represent approximately 5–10% of elbow injuries in children. They commonly occur following a fall on an...
Introduction Monteggia fracture refers to a fracture of the proximal or middle third of the ulna associated with dislocation of the radial head a...
Case Presentation A 28-year-old male presented to the emergency department following a road traffic accident with severe pain and deformity of th...
What is the most common mechanism of injury for radial head fractures in adults?
Which classification system is used to describe radial head fractures in adults?
In the Mason classification, which type of fracture is characterized by an undisplaced fracture of the radial head?
What is the recommended management for a Type I radial head fracture?
What is the characteristic feature of a Type II radial head fracture?
Which of the following complications can arise from improper management of radial head fractures?
Which type of radial head fracture is associated with a loss of forearm stability due to disruption of the interosseous membrane?
In pediatric patients, what is the typical management for a radial neck fracture with angulation less than 30 degrees?
What is the primary stabilizer of the elbow against valgus stress?
Which statement is true regarding the blood supply to the radial head?
