Gartland classification

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The Gartland classification is a system of categorizing supracondylar humerus fractures, clinically useful as it predicts the likelihood of associated neurovascular injury, such as anterior interosseous nerve neurapraxia or brachial artery disruption.

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Classification

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Supracondylar fractures: Gartland classification
Type³Description [1]
INon-displaced
IIAngulated with intact posterior cortex
IIAAngulation
IIBAngulation with rotation
IIIComplete displacement but have perisosteal (medial/lateral) contact
IIIAMedial periosteal hinge intact. Distal fragment goes posteromedially
IIIBLateral periosteal hinge intact. Distal fragment goes posterolaterally
IV Periostial disruption with instability in both flexion and extension

References

  1. Vineet, Kumar; Ajai, Singh (1 December 2016). "Fracture Supracondylar Humerus: A Review". Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. 10 (12): 1–6. doi:10.7860/JCDR/2016/21647.8942. PMC   5296534 . PMID   28208961.

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