Outcome of Closed Reduction and Percutaneous Cross K-Wire Fixation of Supracondylar Fractures of Humerus in Children

Background: Supracondylar fractures of humerus are common skeletal injuries in paediatric age group in between 50-70% of elbow injuries. They are often associated with complications and are very notorious for neurovascular injuries between 5 to 9 years of age. Objective: To evaluate the outcome of supracondylar fracture of humerus with closed reduction and percutaneous cross k-wires fixation. Materials and method: A prospective study of 30 patients of Gartland type III fractures admitted in the orthopaedics department of 250 Bedded General Hospital, Tangail from January 2021 to December 2021. Results: Regarding FLYNN CRITERIA, there were 24 excellent, 3 good,2 fair, and 1 poor results. Fair and poor results were due to poor compliance to follow-up and postoperative rehabilitation. There were 4…