Gartland classification
Gartland Classification
The Gartland Classification (pronunciation: gart-land klas-si-fi-kay-shun) is a system used in the medical field to categorize the severity of supracondylar humerus fractures in children. This classification system was developed by Dr. John Gartland, an American orthopedic surgeon.
Etymology
The term "Gartland Classification" is named after Dr. John Gartland, who first proposed this classification system in his 1959 paper on the management of supracondylar fractures of the humerus in children.
Classification
The Gartland Classification is divided into four types:
- Type I: Non-displaced fractures
- Type II: Partially displaced fractures with intact posterior cortex
- Type III: Completely displaced fractures without contact between fracture fragments
- Type IV: Periosteal hinge disruption with instability in flexion and extension
Each type represents an increasing level of severity and complexity in the fracture, which in turn influences the treatment approach and prognosis.
Related Terms
- Supracondylar Humerus Fractures: A type of elbow fracture common in children, often classified using the Gartland Classification.
- Orthopedic Surgery: The branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system.
- Fracture: The breaking or cracking of a hard object or material, in this context, a bone.
- Prognosis: The likely course of a disease or ailment.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Gartland classification
- Wikipedia's article - Gartland classification
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