13A2.1 Extraarticular, simple spiral fracture

This fracture type is classified by the AO/OTA as 13A2.1.

$Extraarticular, simple spiral fracture$

The radial and ulnar nerves are vulnerable to traction injury or entrapment.

These fractures are unstable.

AP and lateral x-ray showing an extraarticular, simple spiral fracture

$X-ray of extraarticular, simple spiral fracture$

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