T-condylar fractures of the distal humeral condyles during childhood: an analysis of six cases.

Six cases of T-condylar fractures in children less than or equal to 14 years of age were reviewed. Satisfactory results were achieved in all cases. Those who were approached surgically with a posterior triceps splitting approach seemed to have uniformly good results. However, other factors such as accuracy of reduction, development of avascular necrosis of the trochlea, and degree of initial displacement may have a bearing on the final outcome. The posterior approach appeared to provide the best visualization for reduction.