title: Intra-articular distal humeral fractures in adults.
abstract: This article describes a technique of open reduction and internal fixation of intra-articular fractures of the distal humerus in adults. The historical treatment of these fractures is surveyed, including current classification systems. Anatomy is reviewed, specifically as it pertains to surgical intervention. The results in 23 consecutive patients stabilized through an intra-articular olecranon osteotomy exposure are reported.
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D001863:Bone Screws; D001864:Bone Wires; D004551:Elbow Joint / Q000503:physiopathology; D005260:Female; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D006810:Humeral Fractures / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010027:Osteotomy / Q000379:methods; D013165:Splints