Elastic Intramedullary Nailing for Displaced Fracture Neck of Radius in Children on Fluoroscopy by Metaizeau Technique: 03 Cases Report

Abstract

Background: Radial neck fractures in the pediatric is a rarely fracture occur about 1% of pediatric fractures. Judet type III and IV represent difficulties in close and open reduction. The Metaizeau technique has been used as a solution to closed reduce. We reported 03 cases to evaluated results of treatment using the Metaizeau technique for displaced radial neck fractures in children. Patients and methods: We analyzed the medical records of 03 patients with radial neck fractures who underwent surgery at the Department of Orthropedic Surgery and Sport Medicine – E Hospital. Patients were followed up postoperative and rehabilitation for 12 months. Results: Patients underwent surgery and were followed up for 12 months. No elbow pain, good functional, MEPS score ranging from good to excellent, and achieved anatomical axis on radiography. Conclusion: We propose the Metaizeau technique on Fluoroscopy as an ideal approach for Judet type III and IV displaced radial neck fractures in children.