Xray left elbow AP

2022-03-14 14:55:49
Hi. My 14 month son had a fracture 4 weeks ago. Today we had xray again and report shows: Old Healed Cortical Break With Surrounding Cellus Noted At The Mid Shaft Of Radius Plz let me know in details. Is it still not heal properly? Thanks
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Need to examine the fracture site for pain, tenderness
Next Steps
Will start mobilization, help in early recovery
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Consult orthopaedic surgeon

Answered2022-03-15 06:21:17

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If callus formation is noted,that is good sign as fracture is healing.However,one needs to evaluate alignment of fracture,but that too will addressed by itself as child is young enough to allow remodeling of fracture site.
Next Steps
Need to review x ray film
Health Tips
Movement exercise should be started based on physical and radiological assessment.

Answered2022-03-15 18:41:28

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It is good sign,if it was an undisplaced/minimally displaced fracture
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X ray film?

Answered2022-03-14 15:23:44

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