Research progress in the classification and imaging of coronal fractures of the distal humerus
10.3760/cma.j.cn115530-20241124-00452
- VernacularTitle:肱骨远端冠状面骨折分型及影像学研究进展
- Author:
Gang FU
1
;
Ting LI
Author Information
1. 福州市第二总医院肩肘外科，福州 350007
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Elbow joint;
Capitellum;
Trochlear;
Fracture classification;
Imaging features
- From:
Chinese Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma
2025;27(5):457-460
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Coronal fracture of the distal humerus is rarely seen and its mechanism of injury is complex. Its treatment is challenging due to the special anatomical structures involved. At present, open reduction and internal fixation is still the ideal treatment for this kind of fractures so that preoperative characterization of the fracture and its type is particularly important. Currently, there is no unified classification of the coronal fractures of the distal humerus in clinical practice. Different typing systems lead to certain limitations in treatment and prognosis. Development of imaging and computer technologies has prompted intensive studies into this kind of fractures. However, no new classification with a guiding significance has been proposed yet. Therefore, we reviewed the research literature concerning the classification and imaging of the coronal fractures of the distal humerus, aiming to promote the related research with our new ideas.
