NURSING ANM AND GNM

NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS

PATHOLOGY AND GENETICS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In condylar fractures, lateral condyle fractures are more common than medial.
A
True
B
False
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The condylar head may be in contact with the ramus or can be displaced laterally or medially. Anteromedial displacement is more common due to the pull of lateral pterygoid and weak medial capsule.

Detailed explanation-2: -The most common complication following lateral condyle fracture is lateral condylar overgrowth or spur formation occurring in up to 73% of cases.

Detailed explanation-3: -A lateral condyle fracture is a break in the lower part of this bone, near the elbow. This is a common fracture, especially in younger children. This fracture often occurs because of a FOOSH (a fall onto an out-stretched hand) or a direct blow to the elbow, like in falls from scooters, skates or monkey bars.

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