COMPARISON OF CONSERVATIVE AND SURGICAL TREATMENT IN SUPRACONDYLAR FRACTURES OF HUMERUS IN PEDIATRIC PATIENTS

Abstract

Background: This study aimed to compare the outcomes of conservative treatment and surgical
treatment, both radiologically and clinically, for pediatric Gartland type II/III supracondylar
humerus fractures, which remains a controversial issue in the literature.
Methods: A prospective study was conducted involving 34 patients with Gartland type II/III
humerus fractures. Seventeen patients received conservative treatment, while seventeen patients
underwent open or closed reduction with percutaneous pinning. Radiological results were assessed
based on the Baumann angle and anterior humerus line, while functional outcomes were evaluated
using Flynn's criteria.