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Lateral condyle fractures of the elbow are intra-articular fractures that start in the lateral distal humeral metaphysis and extend into the joint. The forearm extensor muscles originate on the lateral epicondyle and tend to displace fractures posteriorly and laterally.
Lateral condyle fractures are the second most common pediatric elbow fracture. Because most of the lateral condyle fragment is cartilage and not easily visible on radiographs, these fractures are commonly missed on initial imaging. Therefore, a high index of suspicion is needed.
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