Study on outcome of treatment of paediatric femoral shaft fracture by titanium elastic nails

Background: Although the incidence of paediatric femoral shaft fractures is about 1.6%, it’s treatment controversial, especially in children age 6-12 years. Materials and Methods: This prospective observational study was performed at Sher E Bangla Medical College Hospital, Barishal, Bangladesh from January 2020 to December 2020, on 7 (n=7). There were limited number patients included due this accomplished perphery city Bangladesh. Both male female with simple transverse short oblique included. Results: Among cases, 6 closed fracture 1 Gustilo Anderson type open fracture. The mean 8.57 years, ranging 5-13 female, a ratio 6:1. In 4 cases right side affected 3, left affected. 5 treated by reduction rest 2 reduction. average union 9.7 (6-15) weeks. Results evaluated using Flynn et al scoring criteria, excellent, good poor outcome during 5-11 months follow up period. Conclusion: Titanium elastic nailing has considerably decreased period immobilization, ensured early return normal life provides psychological advantages. It better mid diaphyseal fractures.