title: Fractures of the humerus in children.
abstract: Fractures of the humerus above the distal epiphysis are not common fractures in children. Treatment should be directed toward maintenance of alignment with healing expected without fail. Contrary to experience with adults with the same fractures, children seldom have residual functional or cosmetic problems if one aligns the fractures and protects the healing process.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006810:Humeral Fractures / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000628:therapy; D007223:Infant; D008297:Male; D011859:Radiography