Abstract
Proximal humerus fractures account for approximately 3 to 5% of all pediatric-adolescent
fractures, with a higher incidence observed in older children, particularly between
the ages of 10 and 15 years. Non-displaced or minimally displaced fractures can often
be treated conservatively. However, the management of displaced or unstable proximal
humerus fractures in adolescents may involve surgical intervention, with closed reduction
and percutaneous pinning (CRPP) being commonly employed techniques. Closed reduction
and percutaneous pinning is not without its challenges and potential difficulties.
This article aims to describe a technique that can facilitate CRPP and minimize complications
associated with this surgical approach.
Keywords
adolescents - closed reduction - humeral fractures - Kirschner wire
