Esmarch Bandage as a Reduction Tool for Closed Reduction Pinning In Pediatric Supracondylar Humerus Fractures
Abstract
In the pediatric population, distal humerus fractures account for nearly 12% of all elbow fractures often presents as emergency with vascular and neurological complications. Our technique in the operative management of supracondylar fractures uses the external application of an Esmarch bandage as a reduction tool followed by K-wire fixation under fluroscopy. This technique decreases the need for soft-tissue release and, therefore maintains soft-tissue vascularity of the small fracture fragments. This relatively simple operative technique makes for a more seamless operative process, improved reduction, and key preservation of soft-tissue vascularity.
How to Cite This Article
Dr. Shoriful Islam, Dr. AK Al Miraj, Dr. Md. Wares Ali, Dr. AKM Latiful Bari (2023). Esmarch Bandage as a Reduction Tool for Closed Reduction Pinning In Pediatric Supracondylar Humerus Fractures . International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Growth Evaluation (IJMRGE), 4(4), 1035-1038.