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. Results: According to Flynn's criteria, 72.09% of patients treated with percutaneous pinning after closed/open reduction achieved excellent results, compared to 23.52% in the conservative treatment group.

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