Paediatric Trauma for Orthopaedic Exams

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This transcript outlines a teaching session focusing on pediatric orthopedic trauma, featuring talks by Mr. Tom Crompton and Mr. Kyle James. The class is organized by the FRCS mentor group and Orthopedic Research UK. The initial speaker introduces the agenda, which includes a discussion on upper and lower limb trauma, along with opportunities for a Q&A session. Mr. Crompton starts with an overview of upper limb trauma, particularly supracondylar fractures, emphasizing the importance of thorough neurovascular assessments and guidelines for managing conditions like a pink pulseless hand. He shares practical tips for surgical setups and discusses the methodologies for reducing fractures in children.



In the latter part of the session, Mr. James addresses lower limb trauma, elaborating on the various types of femur fractures and the management strategies based on the patient's age and injury severity. The session concludes with a Q&A where participants ask detailed questions about specific management techniques and complications. The speakers highlight that this information is crucial not just for understanding pediatric trauma management but also for exam preparation.

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