Table 2 Follow-up data for children with supracondylar humeral fractures
Parameter | Ultrasound group | Radiography group | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
Pin tract infection (%) | 3.1 | 3.2 | 0.98 |
Extension ranges (°) | 2.1° (− 4° to 8°) | 3.4° (− 5° to 9°) | 0.49 |
Flexion ranges (°) | 142.3° (122°–157°) | 146.1° (125°–154°) | 0.58 |
CA of the injured elbow (°) | 8.2° (0°–15°) | 9.4° (3°–16°) | 0.64 |
BA of the injured elbow (°) | 75.5° (60°–85°) | 73.4° (62°–82°) | 0.72 |
LHA of the injured elbow (°) | 38.4° (26°–54°) | 41.6° (29°–52°) | 0.47 |