CME expires December 31, 2025
Sharpen your problem-solving skills with relevant patient cases from experts on the frontlines!
In this journal-based CME activity, you will review principles and best practices for the intramedullary nailing of femoral shaft fractures in children and adolescents by following an evolving patient case scenario based on a recent article from the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (JAAOS). After the reading, you will complete an assessment to test your orthopaedic knowledge, problem solving, and clinical decision-making skills.
Case Editor
Patrick W. Whitlock, MD, FAAOS
Learning Objectives
Correlate the anatomy, growth, and development of the femur with the applicability of femoral intramedullary nailing in children and adolescents.
Discuss the optimal timing of the fixation of femoral shaft fractures in pediatric patients with polytrauma.
Summarize biomechanical considerations for the flexible intramedullary nailing of femoral shaft fractures in children and adolescents.
Explain techniques for and the reported outcomes of flexible and rigid intramedullary nailing of pediatric femoral shaft fractures.
Review postoperative rehabilitation after the intramedullary fixation of pediatric femoral shaft fractures.
Earn up to 2 AMA PRA Category 1 CME credits™.