Type II Fracture of the Capitellum

Abstract

Background:

Capitellar fractures are rare injuries. There continues to be controversy regarding the management of these injuries.

Case Study:

Because of the lack of studies focusing on type II capitellar fractures, we report a case of such an injury, which was treated by open reduction and internal fixation using Kirschner wires and absorbable sutures through drill holes on the lateral surface of the epicondyle. The recommended treatment of displaced type II capitellar fractures appears to be excision, however, this may not always give a satisfactory outcome. Our patient went on to achieve a good functional outcome with no complications.

Conclusion:

To our knowledge, this mode of fixation of a displaced type II injury has not been described before.