Table 2.
Treatment used, according to fracture location and presence of exposure.
| Type of fracture | Open reduction + fixation (%) | Closed reduction + fixation (%) | Closed reduction + plaster (%) | Total (100%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Closed humeral fracture | 1 (6.2%) | 15 (93.8%) | None | 16 |
| Exposed humeral fracture | 12 (80%) | 3 (20%) | None | 15 |
| Closed radial fracture alone | 2 (10.5%) | 15 (79.5%) | 2 (10.5%) | 19 |
| Exposed radial fracture alone | 3 (100%) | None | None | 3 |
| Closed fractures in both forearm bones | 2 (40%) | 3 (60%) | None | 5 |
| Exposed fractures in both forearm bones | 4 (100%) | None | None | 4 |
Source: AOTP, 1994/2007.