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The true statement regarding supracondylar fracture of the Humerus in children

A
Admission to hospital is essential following reduction
B
It is due to a fall on the point of the elbow
C
It require open reduction
D
It is usually compound
High-Yield Explanation
A i.e. Admission to hospital is essential following reduction There are two potential problem with close reduction & cast management of fracture supra condylar humerus. The first is loss of reduction and 2nd is increased swelling and potential development of compament syndromeQ, secondary to immobilization with the elbow in flexion. That's why admission to hospital is essential following reduction.

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