Should Surgery Be Considered for a Fractured Leg?

A patient inpatient at Meizhou Tianjiabang Hospital on June 14th, suffering from a motorcycle accident that caused two main bones in the lower leg to fracture, asks whether further treatment is needed as the swelling persists half a month after the operation. Professional advice suggests that due to the unsatisfactory results of conservative treatment, surgical treatment is recommended. At the same time, attention should be paid to postoperative care to prevent infection, and to enhance nutrition and rest to promote recovery.
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Treatment and Recovery for Pediatric Humerus Fracture

A six-year-old boy with a left humerus fracture at the lateral epicondyle had surgery 79 days ago and had the Kirschner wire removed 16 days ago. His hand still cannot bend or straighten, but his fingers are flexible and can lift heavy objects. The doctor advised to actively move the hand, but this was recommended to be stopped during subsequent visits. Inquiry on the next step and a traditional Chinese medicine prescription has been issued.
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