Most common fracture in the children is
Correct Answer: Supracondylar humerus
Description: (Supra condylar humerus) (596-Apley's 8th)Supracondylar fracture of humerus - usually seen in children suggest an extenson injury, usually due to a fall on the outstretched hand. The distal fragments is pushed backwards and (because the forearm is usually in pronation) twisted inwards, sometimes injuring the brachial artery or Median nerve"These are among the commonest fractures in children"
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